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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shareef, Ophthalmologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Farah Shareef, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shareef is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shareef’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shareef’s office at (415) 353-4433.
What languages does Dr. Shareef speak?
Dr. Shareef and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Shareef typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Shareef 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. Shareef. 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:
- Serous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment
- Fluid Retinal Detachment
- Exudative Retinal Detachment
- Non-Rhegmatogenous Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
- H3322: Serous retinal detachment, left eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Shareef typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Shareef 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. Shareef. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Shareef accept my insurance?
Dr. Shareef accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-4433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shareef accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Shareef in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shareef's office located?
Dr. Farah Shareef's Primary Practice
1600 Divisadero St
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 353-4433
What is Dr. Shareef's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shareef's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861021388.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shareef?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shareef
What is Dr. Farah Shareef's specialty?
Dr. Shareef is a Ophthalmologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Farah Shareef affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shareef is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Farah Shareef accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Farah Shareef is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farah Shareef offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shareef's office at (415) 353-4433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farah Shareef?
Please contact Dr. Shareef's office at (415) 353-4433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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