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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zaidi, Ophthalmologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Ali Zaidi, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Zaidi is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zaidi’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaidi’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zaidi?
Dr. Ali Zaidi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Zaidi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Disease/Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Zaidi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Zaidi board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Ali Zaidi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Zaidi speak?
Dr. Zaidi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Zaidi typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Zaidi 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. Zaidi. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Zaidi typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Zaidi 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. Zaidi. 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:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
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)
- 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
- 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:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Zaidi accept my insurance?
Dr. Zaidi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zaidi accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Zaidi in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Chinese Community Health Plan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Other Health Care Provider
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zaidi's office located?
What is Dr. Zaidi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zaidi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417006479.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaidi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zaidi
What is Dr. Ali Zaidi's specialty?
Dr. Zaidi is a Ophthalmologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ali Zaidi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zaidi is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 Ali Zaidi accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ali Zaidi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ali Zaidi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zaidi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ali Zaidi?
Please contact Dr. Zaidi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ali Zaidi have?
Dr. Ali Zaidi is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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2100 Webster St Ste 214
San Francisco, CA 94115