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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nejad, Ophthalmologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Mitra Nejad, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nejad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nejad’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. Nejad’s office at (310) 829-0160.
What languages does Dr. Nejad speak?
Dr. Nejad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nejad treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Nejad 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. Nejad. 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
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Right Eye Cataract Surgery Status
- Left Eye Cataract Surgery Status
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- Right Eye Cataract Removal
- Post-Cataract Surgery Right Eye
- Right Eye Lens Replacement
- Left Eye Cataract Removal
- Post-Cataract Surgery Left Eye
- Left Eye Lens Replacement
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- Z9841: Cataract extraction status, right eye
- Z9842: Cataract extraction status, left eye
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
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
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Macular Drusen
- Macular Degeneration
- Retinal Drusen
- Yellow Spots on Retina
- Age-Related Macular Drusen
- Drusen in Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
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:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
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:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Nejad perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Mitra Nejad 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. Nejad's office.
Does Dr. Nejad accept my insurance?
Dr. Nejad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 829-0160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nejad accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Nejad in Santa Monica, 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
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nejad's office located?
Dr. Mitra Nejad's Primary Practice
1807 Wilshire Blvd Ste 203
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 829-0160
What is Dr. Nejad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nejad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023363223.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nejad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nejad
What is Dr. Mitra Nejad's specialty?
Dr. Nejad is a Ophthalmologist near Santa Monica, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Nejad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mitra Nejad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nejad is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center 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 Mitra Nejad accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mitra Nejad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mitra Nejad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nejad's office at (310) 829-0160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mitra Nejad?
Please contact Dr. Nejad's office at (310) 829-0160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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