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Who is Dr. Chadha, Glaucoma Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Nisha Chadha, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chadha is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chadha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chadha’s office at (212) 677-2000.
What languages does Dr. Chadha speak?
Dr. Chadha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Spanish
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Chadha typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Chadha 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. Chadha. 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:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Chadha typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Chadha 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. Chadha. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
Also known as:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Chadha accept my insurance?
Dr. Chadha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 677-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chadha accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Chadha in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
State of New York
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chadha's office located?
What is Dr. Chadha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chadha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295052819.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chadha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chadha
What is Dr. Nisha Chadha's specialty?
Dr. Chadha is a Glaucoma Specialist near New York, NY.
What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions.
Is this Dr. Nisha Chadha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chadha is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel, The Mount Sinai Hospital, New York Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai 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 Nisha Chadha accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nisha Chadha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nisha Chadha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chadha's office at (212) 677-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nisha Chadha?
Please contact Dr. Chadha's office at (212) 677-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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