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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prakash, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Gaurav Prakash is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Prakash is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prakash’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prakash’s office at (412) 621-5822.
What languages does Dr. Prakash speak?
Dr. Prakash and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Prakash typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Prakash 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. Prakash. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Conical cornea
- KC
- Corneal thinning disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18603: Keratoconus, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Prakash typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Prakash 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. Prakash. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Prakash accept my insurance?
Dr. Prakash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 621-5822 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prakash accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Prakash in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Prakash's office located?
Dr. Gaurav Prakash's Primary Practice
532 S Aiken Ave Ste 520
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 621-5822
What is Dr. Prakash's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prakash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417508961.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prakash?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prakash
What is Dr. Gaurav Prakash's specialty?
Dr. Prakash is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA.
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. Gaurav Prakash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prakash is affiliated with Indiana Regional Medical Center, Butler Memorial Hospital, Acmh Hospital, Upmc Washington 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
When to see a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gaurav Prakash accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Gaurav Prakash is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gaurav Prakash offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (412) 621-5822 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gaurav Prakash?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (412) 621-5822 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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