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Dr. Syed Hussnain, MD

Dr. Syed Hussnain, MD

Troy, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hussnain, Ophthalmologist in Troy, NY?

    Dr. Syed Hussnain, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Troy, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hussnain is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hussnain’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hussnain’s office at (212) 305-3015.

    What languages does Dr. Hussnain speak?

    Dr. Hussnain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Urdu

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Hussnain typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hussnain 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. Hussnain. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Hussnain typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hussnain 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. Hussnain. 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)

    Also known as:

    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)

    Also known as:

    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Hussnain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hussnain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-3015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hussnain accept in Troy, NY?

    Dr. Hussnain in Troy, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hussnain's office located?

    Dr. Syed Hussnain's Primary Practice

    2200 Burdett Ave Ste 206

    Troy, NY 12180

    (212) 305-3015

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    Dr. Syed Hussnain's Practice 2

    638 Malta Ave Ste 101

    Melta, NY 12020

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hussnain affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hussnain has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Hussnain's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hussnain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285072769.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hussnain?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hussnain

    What is Dr. Syed Hussnain's specialty?

    Dr. Hussnain is an Ophthalmologist near Troy, NY.

    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 Dr. Syed Hussnain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hussnain is affiliated with Glens Falls 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 Dr. Syed Hussnain accepting new patients in Troy, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Syed Hussnain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Syed Hussnain offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hussnain's office at (212) 305-3015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Syed Hussnain?

    Please contact Dr. Hussnain's office at (212) 305-3015 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hussnain's office located?

    Dr. Hussnain's offices are located in Troy, NY and Melta, NY.