Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nakla, Ophthalmologist in Harbor City, CA?
Dr. Mamdouh Nakla, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Harbor City, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nakla graduated from Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Nakla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakla’s office at (310) 325-5111.
Where did Dr. Nakla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
What languages does Dr. Nakla speak?
Dr. Nakla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nakla treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Nakla 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. Nakla. 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:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Age-Related Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Senile Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Pigmentary Glaucoma
- Low-Tension Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Pigment Dispersion Glaucoma
- PDS Glaucoma
- Pigmentary Dispersion Syndrome
- Normal-Tension Glaucoma
- NTG
- Low Pressure Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4010X3: Unspecified open-angle glaucoma, severe stage
- H4010X2: Unspecified open-angle glaucoma, moderate stage
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H4010X1: Unspecified open-angle glaucoma, mild stage
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401333: Pigmentary glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401232: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Unspecified Eye Disorder
- Eye Disease
- Undiagnosed eye problem
- General eye condition
- Eye and adnexa disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H579: Unspecified disorder of eye and adnexa
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
What procedures does Dr. Nakla perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Nakla 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. Nakla. 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:
- 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:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
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
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Does Dr. Nakla accept my insurance?
Dr. Nakla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 325-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nakla accept in Harbor City, CA?
Dr. Nakla in Harbor City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
DaVita Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nakla's office located?
Dr. Mamdouh Nakla's Primary Practice
25825 Vermont Ave
Harbor City, CA 90710
(310) 325-5111
What is Dr. Nakla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nakla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669531257.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nakla
What is Dr. Mamdouh Nakla's specialty?
Dr. Nakla is a Ophthalmologist near Harbor City, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Nakla to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mamdouh Nakla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nakla is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical 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 Mamdouh Nakla accepting new patients in Harbor City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mamdouh Nakla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mamdouh Nakla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nakla's office at (310) 325-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mamdouh Nakla?
Please contact Dr. Nakla's office at (310) 325-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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