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Who is Dr. Jamshidi, Retina Specialist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Farzad Jamshidi, MD, PHD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Jamshidi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jamshidi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jamshidi’s office at (800) 777-8442.
What languages does Dr. Jamshidi speak?
Dr. Jamshidi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Jamshidi typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Jamshidi 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. Jamshidi. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Jamshidi typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Jamshidi 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. Jamshidi. 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:
- 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 for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
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
Does Dr. Jamshidi accept my insurance?
Dr. Jamshidi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 777-8442 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jamshidi accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Jamshidi in Iowa City, IA 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 Michigan
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Jamshidi's office located?
What is Dr. Jamshidi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jamshidi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235617051.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jamshidi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jamshidi
What is Dr. Farzad Jamshidi's specialty?
Dr. Jamshidi is a Retina Specialist near Iowa City, IA.
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. Farzad Jamshidi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jamshidi is affiliated with Acmh Hospital, Upmc Washington, Independence Health Latrobe Hospital 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 Farzad Jamshidi accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Farzad Jamshidi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farzad Jamshidi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jamshidi's office at (800) 777-8442 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farzad Jamshidi?
Please contact Dr. Jamshidi's office at (800) 777-8442 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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