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Dr. Mahmood El-Gasim, MD

Dr. Mahmood El-Gasim, MD

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. El-Gasim, Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Mahmood El-Gasim, MD is an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. El-Gasim graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. El-Gasim is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Gasim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Gasim’s office at (602) 955-1000.

    Where did Dr. El-Gasim go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. El-Gasim speak?

    Dr. El-Gasim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist like Dr. El-Gasim typically treat?

    As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. El-Gasim 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. El-Gasim. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    What procedures does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist like Dr. El-Gasim typically perform?

    As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. El-Gasim performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. El-Gasim. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Retinal photocoagulation
    • Macular edema laser
    • Retina tumor laser treatment
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    Does Dr. El-Gasim accept my insurance?

    Dr. El-Gasim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 955-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. El-Gasim accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. El-Gasim in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. El-Gasim's office located?

    Dr. Mahmood El-Gasim's Primary Practice

    4800 N 22nd St Ste 120

    Phoenix, AZ 85016

    (602) 955-1000

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    Dr. Mahmood El-Gasim's Practice 2

    855 S Dobson Rd Ste 1

    Chandler, AZ 85224

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    Dr. Mahmood El-Gasim's Practice 3

    1626 N Litchfield Rd Ste 110

    Goodyear, AZ 85395

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    What is Dr. El-Gasim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. El-Gasim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477814739.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Gasim?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Gasim

    What is Dr. Mahmood El-Gasim's specialty?

    Dr. El-Gasim is a Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist near Phoenix, AZ.

    What does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist do?

    An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of intraocular inflammation, scleritis, keratitis, and infectious disorders focuses on managing inflammatory conditions affecting the eye, adnexa, and orbit. This specialist utilizes medical and surgical interventions to address these complex ocular issues.

    Is this Dr. Mahmood El-Gasim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. El-Gasim is affiliated with Banner Boswell Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az, Banner Estrella Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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

    When to see an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Mahmood El-Gasim accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Mahmood El-Gasim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mahmood El-Gasim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. El-Gasim's office at (602) 955-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mahmood El-Gasim?

    Please contact Dr. El-Gasim's office at (602) 955-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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