Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi, Ophthalmologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Mehdi Tavakoli Dastjerdi, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi’s office at (202) 741-2800.
What languages does Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi speak?
Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi 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. Tavakoli Dastjerdi. 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:
- Other Vision Problems
- Double Vision
- Localized Blind Spot
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Localized Visual Field Loss
- Specific Blind Spot
- Patchy Vision Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
- H532: Diplopia
- H53453: Other localized visual field defect, bilateral
Also known as:
- Optic Nerve Inflammation
- Swelling of the Optic Disc from Increased Brain Pressure
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic Neuritis
- Swollen Optic Nerve
- Inflamed Optic Nerve
- Papilledema with intracranial pressure
- Optic disc edema from high ICP
- Swollen optic nerve due to brain pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
- H4711: Papilledema associated with increased intracranial pressure
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi 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. Tavakoli Dastjerdi. 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:
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Chalazion Removal
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
CPT Codes:
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
Also known as:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi accept my insurance?
Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi's office located?
Dr. Mehdi Tavakoli Dastjerdi's Primary Practice
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 741-2800
What is Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437689478.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi
What is Dr. Mehdi Tavakoli Dastjerdi's specialty?
Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi is a Ophthalmologist near Washington, DC.
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 this Dr. Mehdi Tavakoli Dastjerdi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, George Washington University Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Prince William Medical Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital 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 Mehdi Tavakoli Dastjerdi accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Mehdi Tavakoli Dastjerdi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mehdi Tavakoli Dastjerdi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tavakoli Dastjerdi's office at (202) 741-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mehdi Tavakoli Dastjerdi?
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