Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Anwar, Glaucoma Specialist in Bethpage, NY?
Dr. Farihah Anwar, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Bethpage, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Anwar graduated from SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine and completed her residency at Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine. Dr. Anwar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anwar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anwar’s office.
Where did Dr. Anwar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary
Residency: Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine | Yale
Medical School: SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Anwar speak?
Dr. Anwar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Anwar treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Anwar 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. Anwar. 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:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Low-Tension Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- High Eye Pressure
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Normal-Tension Glaucoma
- NTG
- Normal Pressure Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401231: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, 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
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H524: Presbyopia
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Anwar perform as a Glaucoma Specialist?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Farihah Anwar may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Anwar's office.
Does Dr. Anwar accept my insurance?
Dr. Anwar 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. Anwar accept in Bethpage, NY?
Dr. Anwar in Bethpage, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit Administrative Systems LLC
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Anwar's office located?
What is Dr. Anwar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Anwar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285921734.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anwar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Anwar
What is Dr. Farihah Anwar's specialty?
Dr. Anwar is a Glaucoma Specialist near Bethpage, NY. An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions. Contact Dr. Anwar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Farihah Anwar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Anwar is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital 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 Farihah Anwar accepting new patients in Bethpage, NY?
Yes, Dr. Farihah Anwar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farihah Anwar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Anwar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farihah Anwar?
Please contact Dr. Anwar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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