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Dr. John Pilavas, MD

East Meadow, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pilavas, Ophthalmologist in East Meadow, NY?

    Dr. John Pilavas, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in East Meadow, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pilavas graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hofstra-North Shore LIJ Program. Dr. Pilavas is fluent in English, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pilavas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pilavas’s office at (516) 572-0123.

    Where did Dr. Pilavas go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Hofstra-North Shore LIJ Program

    • Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pilavas speak?

    Dr. Pilavas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Pilavas treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Pilavas 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. Pilavas. 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:

    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43392: Other vitreous opacities, left eye
    • H43391: Other vitreous opacities, right eye
    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Dry Eye Disease
    • Chronic Dry Eye
    • Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
    • H16222: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Eye Blood Vessels
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Retinal Vascular Appearance Changes
    • Abnormal Retinal Vessel Look
    • Eye Vessel Changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35013: Changes in retinal vascular appearance, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Macular Drusen
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Retinal Drusen
    • Yellow Spots on Retina
    • Age-Related Macular Drusen
    • Drusen in Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
    • H35362: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Severe nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Pathologic myopia
    • High myopia
    • Progressive nearsightedness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H4423: Degenerative myopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Dry eye disease
    • Ocular surface disease
    • Chronic dry eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16221: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Fuchs' Dystrophy
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    What procedures does Dr. Pilavas perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Pilavas 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. Pilavas. 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:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
    • IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent

    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)
    • 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more

    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. Pilavas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pilavas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 572-0123 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pilavas accept in East Meadow, NY?

    Dr. Pilavas in East Meadow, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Network Solutions

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • VNSNY Choice

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    Where is Dr. Pilavas' office located?

    Dr. John Pilavas' Primary Practice

    2201 Hempstead Tpke

    East Meadow, NY 11554

    (516) 572-0123

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    Dr. John Pilavas' Practice 2

    310 E 14th St

    New York, NY 10003

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. John Pilavas?

    Dr. Pilavas has appointments available at his East Meadow, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Pilavas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275851230.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pilavas?

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

    What is Dr. John Pilavas's specialty?

    Dr. Pilavas is a Ophthalmologist near East Meadow, NY. 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. Pilavas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Pilavas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pilavas is affiliated with New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai 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 John Pilavas accepting new patients in East Meadow, NY?

    Yes, Dr. John Pilavas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Pilavas offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Pilavas, or call (516) 572-0123 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with John Pilavas?

    Please contact Dr. Pilavas's office at (516) 572-0123 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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