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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dastgir, Ophthalmologist in Rego Park, NY?
Dr. Ghulam Dastgir is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Rego Park, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dastgir is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dastgir’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dastgir’s office at (718) 261-7007.
What languages does Dr. Dastgir speak?
Dr. Dastgir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Dastgir treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Dastgir 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. Dastgir. 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:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Farsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H524: Presbyopia
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
- H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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
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:
- Other Subjective Visual Disturbances
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Various vision problems
- Unexplained vision issues
- Unspecified vision symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5319: Other subjective visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Dastgir perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Dastgir 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. Dastgir. 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:
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
Does Dr. Dastgir accept my insurance?
Dr. Dastgir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 261-7007 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dastgir accept in Rego Park, NY?
Dr. Dastgir in Rego Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
MetroPlus
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dastgir's office located?
Dr. Ghulam Dastgir's Primary Practice
9229 Queens Blvd Ste 2I
Rego Park, NY 11374
(718) 261-7007
What is Dr. Dastgir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dastgir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215297338.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dastgir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dastgir
What is Dr. Ghulam Dastgir's specialty?
Dr. Dastgir is a Ophthalmologist near Rego Park, 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. Dastgir to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ghulam Dastgir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dastgir is affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst 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 Ghulam Dastgir accepting new patients in Rego Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ghulam Dastgir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ghulam Dastgir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dastgir's office at (718) 261-7007 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ghulam Dastgir?
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