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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merali, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Timonium, MD?
Dr. Farhan Merali, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Timonium, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Merali is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merali’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merali’s office at (410) 955-7929.
What languages does Dr. Merali speak?
Dr. Merali and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Merali treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Merali 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. Merali. 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
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Conical cornea
- KC
- Corneal thinning disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18603: Keratoconus, unspecified, 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:
- Preglaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H40059: Ocular hypertension, unspecified eye
Also known as:
- Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
- Eyelid Disorder
- MGD
- Blocked Eyelid Glands
- Oil Gland Dysfunction of Eyelid
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02883: Meibomian gland dysfunction of right eye, unspecified eyelid
Also known as:
- Iridocyclitis
- Eye Disease
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
Also known as:
- Corneal Swelling
- Corneal Disorder
- Swollen Cornea
- Corneal Edema
- Fluid in Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1820: Unspecified corneal edema
What procedures does Dr. Merali perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Merali 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. Merali. 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 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. Merali accept my insurance?
Dr. Merali accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 955-7929 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merali accept in Timonium, MD?
Dr. Merali in Timonium, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Merali's office located?
Dr. Farhan Merali's Primary Practice
2391 Greenspring Dr
Timonium, MD 21093
(410) 955-7929
What is Dr. Merali's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821383738.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merali?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merali
What is Dr. Farhan Merali's specialty?
Dr. Merali is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Timonium, MD. 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. Contact Dr. Merali to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Farhan Merali affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merali is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring 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
Where can I learn more about Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
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Is Farhan Merali accepting new patients in Timonium, MD?
Yes, Dr. Farhan Merali is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farhan Merali offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merali's office at (410) 955-7929 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farhan Merali?
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