Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shetty, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Fresh Meadows, NY?
Dr. Sirikishan Shetty is a board certified Ophthalmologist practicing at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens located in Fresh Meadows, NY. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia Augusta University and completed his residency in Ophthalmology. Dr. Shetty is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has been part of the NewYork-Presbyterian Queens staff since 2015.
WebsiteWhere did Dr. Shetty go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Inova Fairfax Medical Campus Program
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
What languages does Dr. Shetty speak?
Dr. Shetty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Shetty typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Shetty 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. Shetty. 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:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Shetty typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Shetty 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. Shetty. 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 Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 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)
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. Shetty accept my insurance?
Dr. Shetty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shetty accept in Fresh Meadows, NY?
Dr. Shetty in Fresh Meadows, 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
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
Elderplan
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Shetty's office located?
NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens - Ophthalmology
174-15 Horace Harding Expressway
Lower Level
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Shetty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shetty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750670931.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shetty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shetty
What is Dr. Sirikishan Shetty's specialty?
Dr. Shetty is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Fresh Meadows, NY.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods.
Is this Dr. Sirikishan Shetty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shetty is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian Queens 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 Sirikishan Shetty accepting new patients in Fresh Meadows, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sirikishan Shetty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sirikishan Shetty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shetty's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sirikishan Shetty?
Please contact Dr. Shetty's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens - Ophthalmology
174-15 Horace Harding Expressway
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365