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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thulasi, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Praneetha Thulasi, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Thulasi is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thulasi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thulasi’s office at (404) 616-4671.
What languages does Dr. Thulasi speak?
Dr. Thulasi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Thulasi treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Thulasi 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. Thulasi. 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
- 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
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
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:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
- H18512: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, left 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:
- Inflamed Cornea
- Corneal Disorder
- Keratitis
- Corneal Infection
- Eye Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H168: Other keratitis
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1789: Other corneal scars and opacities
Which procedures does Dr. Thulasi perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Praneetha Thulasi 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. Thulasi's office.
Does Dr. Thulasi accept my insurance?
Dr. Thulasi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 616-4671 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thulasi accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Thulasi in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Auxiant
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
The Consociate Group
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thulasi's office located?
Dr. Praneetha Thulasi's Primary Practice
4901 Forest Park Ave Fl 6
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(404) 616-4671
What is Dr. Thulasi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thulasi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740546696.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thulasi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thulasi
What is Dr. Praneetha Thulasi's specialty?
Dr. Thulasi is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Saint Louis, MO. 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. Thulasi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Praneetha Thulasi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thulasi is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish West County 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 Praneetha Thulasi accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Praneetha Thulasi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Praneetha Thulasi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thulasi's office at (404) 616-4671 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Praneetha Thulasi?
Please contact Dr. Thulasi's office at (404) 616-4671 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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