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. 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 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 a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Anwar typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
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:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Anwar typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Anwar 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. 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. 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
Also known as:
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
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)
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)
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Farihah Anwar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Anwar is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Long Island Jewish Valley Stream 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 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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