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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghahari, Glaucoma Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Elham Ghahari is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. She is board certified. Dr. Ghahari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghahari’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghahari’s office at (312) 843-9158.
What languages does Dr. Ghahari speak?
Dr. Ghahari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ghahari treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Ghahari 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. Ghahari. 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:
- Cataract
- Cataract Surgery Status
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract Removal History
- Post-Cataract Surgery
- Lens Replacement Surgery
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Senile Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- Z9849: Cataract extraction status, unspecified eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma Surgery Bleb Status
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- High eye pressure
- Optic nerve damage
- Ocular hypertension
- High Eye Pressure
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Post-Glaucoma Surgery Bleb
- Filtering Bleb
- Eye Surgery Aftermath
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H40009: Preglaucoma, unspecified, unspecified eye
- H409: Unspecified glaucoma
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- Z9883: Filtering (vitreous) bleb after glaucoma surgery status
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:
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
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:
- Blepharitis
- Eyelid Disorder
- Eyelid Inflammation
- Crusty Eyelids
- Eyelid Margin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H01009: Unspecified blepharitis unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid
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:
- Macular Degeneration
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- AMD
- Macular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration
Which procedures does Dr. Ghahari perform as a Glaucoma Specialist?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elham Ghahari 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. Ghahari's office.
Does Dr. Ghahari accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghahari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 843-9158 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghahari accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Ghahari in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ghahari's office located?
Dr. Elham Ghahari's Primary Practice
707 N Alvernon Way Ste 101
Tucson, AZ 85711
(312) 843-9158
What is Dr. Ghahari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghahari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336704410.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghahari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghahari
What is Dr. Elham Ghahari's specialty?
Dr. Ghahari is a Glaucoma Specialist near Tucson, AZ. 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. Ghahari to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elham Ghahari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghahari is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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 Elham Ghahari accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Elham Ghahari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elham Ghahari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghahari's office at (312) 843-9158 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elham Ghahari?
Please contact Dr. Ghahari's office at (312) 843-9158 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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