Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yousuf, Ophthalmologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Salman Yousuf, DO is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Yousuf graduated from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Yousuf is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yousuf’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yousuf’s office at (202) 865-1257.
Where did Dr. Yousuf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yousuf speak?
Dr. Yousuf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Yousuf typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Yousuf 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. Yousuf. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Yousuf typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Yousuf 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. Yousuf. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Does Dr. Yousuf accept my insurance?
Dr. Yousuf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 865-1257 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yousuf accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Yousuf in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yousuf's office located?
Dr. Salman Yousuf's Primary Practice
2041 Georgia Ave NW
Washington, DC 20060
(202) 865-1257
What is Dr. Yousuf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yousuf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669600649.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yousuf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yousuf
What is Dr. Salman Yousuf's specialty?
Dr. Yousuf is a Ophthalmologist near Washington, DC.
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 this Dr. Salman Yousuf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yousuf is affiliated with Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center 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
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Is Salman Yousuf accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Salman Yousuf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salman Yousuf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yousuf's office at (202) 865-1257 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salman Yousuf?
Please contact Dr. Yousuf's office at (202) 865-1257 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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