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Who is Dr. Hashemi, Neuro-ophthalmologist in Encino, CA?
Dr. Nafiseh Hashemi, MD is a Neuro-ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Encino, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hashemi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hashemi’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hashemi’s office at (818) 387-6565.
What languages does Dr. Hashemi speak?
Dr. Hashemi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Hashemi treat?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Hashemi diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Hashemi. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Cortical Age-Related Cataract
- Senile Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cortical Cataract
- Outer Lens Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Other Subjective Visual Disturbances
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Various vision problems
- Unexplained vision issues
- Unspecified vision symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
- H5319: Other subjective visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Optic Atrophy
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Visual Field Defects
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Blind spots in vision
- Peripheral vision loss
- Vision field problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5340: Unspecified visual field defects
Also known as:
- Blepharitis
- Eyelid Disorder
- Eyelid Inflammation
- Crusty Eyelids
- Eyelid Margin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H01009: Unspecified blepharitis unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Which procedures does Dr. Hashemi perform as a Neuro-ophthalmologist?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nafiseh Hashemi may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hashemi's office.
Does Dr. Hashemi accept my insurance?
Dr. Hashemi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 387-6565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hashemi accept in Encino, CA?
Dr. Hashemi in Encino, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hashemi's office located?
Dr. Nafiseh Hashemi's Primary Practice
5353 Balboa Blvd Ste 110
Encino, CA 91316
(818) 387-6565
What is Dr. Hashemi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hashemi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619264645.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hashemi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hashemi
What is Dr. Nafiseh Hashemi's specialty?
Dr. Hashemi is a Neuro-ophthalmologist near Encino, CA. A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist in ophthalmology who evaluates, treats, and studies disorders related to the eye, orbit, and nervous system, particularly concerning the interactions between the visual motor and visual sensory systems and the central nervous system. These specialists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders. Contact Dr. Hashemi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nafiseh Hashemi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hashemi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Neuro-ophthalmologist?
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Is Nafiseh Hashemi accepting new patients in Encino, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nafiseh Hashemi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nafiseh Hashemi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hashemi's office at (818) 387-6565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nafiseh Hashemi?
Please contact Dr. Hashemi's office at (818) 387-6565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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