Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shukla, Ophthalmologist in New York, NY?
Aakriti Shukla MD, MSc is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at CUMC and Attending Ophthalmologist at the New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Shukla is a board-certified ophthalmologist and specializes in the medical and surgical management of glaucoma and cataracts. Her surgical expertise includes minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, traditional glaucoma surgery, glaucoma laser surgery, and cataract surgery.Dr. Shukla completed her undergraduate studies as a Trustee and Renaissance Scholar at the University of Southern California. She received her medical degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City, where she was awarded a Doris Duke Clinical Research Fellowship and earned the Edith and Denton McKane Memorial Award for Outstanding Research in Ophthalmology. She completed her training as an ophthalmology resident and served as chief resident at Columbia University's Harkness Eye Institute. She earned a Master of Science degree at Columbia University?s Mailman School of Public Health in Patient-Oriented Research. She pursued further glaucoma subspecialty training at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD. Prior to her appointment at Columbia University, she served as glaucoma faculty at the Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Shukla has published numerous peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and has been invited to speak nationally and internationally on her patient care and research. She serves on the editorial boards of Ophthalmology and Ophthalmology Glaucoma. She is continually inspired by her patients and aims to improve their quality of life while treating their glaucoma.
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Shukla speak?
Dr. Shukla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shukla treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Shukla 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. Shukla. 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:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Narrow-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Capsular Glaucoma with Pseudoexfoliation
- Glaucoma at Birth
- Glaucoma
- Birth Defects
- Early-onset glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Acute Glaucoma
- Closed-Angle Glaucoma
- Long-term Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Gradual Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Persistent Narrow-Angle Glaucoma
- Pseudoexfoliation Glaucoma
- Exfoliation Syndrome Glaucoma
- PXF Glaucoma
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Infant Glaucoma
- Primary Congenital Glaucoma
- Early-Onset Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
- H40039: Anatomical narrow angle, unspecified eye
- H402232: Chronic angle-closure glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40009: Preglaucoma, unspecified, unspecified eye
- H401432: Capsular glaucoma with pseudoexfoliation of lens, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- Q150: Congenital glaucoma
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, 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
What procedures does Dr. Shukla perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Shukla 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. Shukla. 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:
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Complex Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Device
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Complex Lens Replacement with Drainage Device
- Phacoemulsification with Glaucoma Implant
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
- 66989: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
Also known as:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Laser Treatment (Cyclophotocoagulation)
- Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
- Ciliary body laser
- CPC treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66710: Ciliary body destruction; cyclophotocoagulation, transscleral
Also known as:
- Eye Shunt Revision with Graft
- Aqueous Shunt Repair
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Revision
- Eye Pressure Shunt Adjustment
CPT Codes:
- 66185: Revision of aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir; with graft
Also known as:
- Eye Surgery Wound Repair
- Anterior segment wound revision
- Eye wound repair
- Ocular wound revision
CPT Codes:
- 66250: Revision or repair of operative wound of anterior segment, any type, early or late, major or minor procedure
Does Dr. Shukla accept my insurance?
Dr. Shukla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shukla accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Shukla in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Shukla's office located?
CUIMC/Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute
622 W 168th Street
Vanderbilt Clinic Building, 3rd Floor
New York, NY 10032
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Shukla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shukla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578976973.
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What is Dr. Aakriti Shukla's specialty?
Dr. Shukla is a Ophthalmologist near New York, NY. 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. Shukla to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Aakriti Shukla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shukla is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Aakriti Shukla accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Aakriti Shukla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aakriti Shukla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shukla's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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