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Who is Dr. Saini, Retina Specialist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Vikram Saini, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Saini graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Saini is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saini’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saini’s office at (256) 539-8851.
Where did Dr. Saini go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
What languages does Dr. Saini speak?
Dr. Saini and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Saini typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Saini 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. Saini. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- 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
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353111: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, early dry stage
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Saini typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Saini 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. Saini. 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:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), 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. Saini accept my insurance?
Dr. Saini accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 539-8851 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saini accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Saini in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Saini's office located?
Dr. Vikram Saini's Primary Practice
401 Meridian St N Ste 400
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 539-8851
What is Dr. Saini's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710206719.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saini?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saini
What is Dr. Vikram Saini's specialty?
Dr. Saini is a Retina Specialist near Huntsville, AL.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. Vikram Saini affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saini is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital 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 Vikram Saini accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Vikram Saini is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vikram Saini offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saini's office at (256) 539-8851 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vikram Saini?
Please contact Dr. Saini's office at (256) 539-8851 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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