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Dr. Salwa Abdel-Aziz, MD

Ophthalmologist

Tucson, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abdel-Aziz, Ophthalmologist in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Salwa Abdel-Aziz, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Abdel-Aziz is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abdel-Aziz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abdel-Aziz’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Abdel-Aziz speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Abdel-Aziz typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Abdel-Aziz 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. Abdel-Aziz. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Preglaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Optic Nerve Damage
    • Eye Pressure Disorder
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • High eye pressure
    • Optic nerve damage
    • Ocular hypertension
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H4089: Other specified glaucoma
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H409: Unspecified glaucoma
    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Abdel-Aziz typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Abdel-Aziz 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. Abdel-Aziz. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
    • Aqueous Shunt Surgery
    • Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
    • Eye Pressure Shunt

    CPT Codes:

    • 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft

    Also known as:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Does Dr. Abdel-Aziz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abdel-Aziz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abdel-Aziz accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Abdel-Aziz in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthRight Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abdel-Aziz's office located?

    Dr. Salwa Abdel-Aziz's Primary Practice

    3925 E Fort Lowell Rd Ste 100

    Tucson, AZ 85712

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    Dr. Salwa Abdel-Aziz's Practice 2

    2800 E Ajo Way

    South Tucson, AZ 85713

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    Dr. Salwa Abdel-Aziz's Practice 3

    707 N Alvernon Way Ste 301

    Tucson, AZ 85711

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    What hospitals are Dr. Abdel-Aziz affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Abdel-Aziz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Banner - University Medical Center South,Tucson, AZ

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

    Dr. Abdel-Aziz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295961043.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abdel-Aziz?

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

    What is Dr. Salwa Abdel-Aziz's specialty?

    Dr. Abdel-Aziz is an Ophthalmologist near Tucson, AZ.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

    Is Dr. Salwa Abdel-Aziz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abdel-Aziz is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Dr. Salwa Abdel-Aziz accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Salwa Abdel-Aziz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Salwa Abdel-Aziz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abdel-Aziz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Salwa Abdel-Aziz?

    Please contact Dr. Abdel-Aziz's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abdel-Aziz's office located?

    Dr. Abdel-Aziz's offices are located in Tucson, AZ and South Tucson, AZ.