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Who is Dr. Guerami, Ophthalmologist in Encino, CA?
Dr. Amir Guerami, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Encino, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Guerami is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guerami’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guerami’s office at (410) 328-5933.
Where did Dr. Guerami go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools
Is Dr. Guerami board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Amir Guerami, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Guerami speak?
Dr. Guerami and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Guerami treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Guerami 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. Guerami. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Nonexudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353133: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, advanced atrophic without subfoveal involvement
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Advanced diabetic eye disease
- Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
- New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113213: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Lattice Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Lattice Degeneration
- Retinal Lattice
- Peripheral Retinal Thinning
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Guerami perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Guerami 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. Guerami. 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:
- 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:
- 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 Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal 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
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Guerami accept my insurance?
Dr. Guerami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-5933 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guerami accept in Encino, CA?
Dr. Guerami in Encino, 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
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
First Community Health Plan
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Guerami's office located?
Dr. Amir Guerami's Primary Practice
16500 Ventura Blvd Ste 250
Encino, CA 91436
(410) 328-5933
What is Dr. Guerami's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guerami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457475303.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guerami?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guerami
What is Dr. Amir Guerami's specialty?
Dr. Guerami is a Ophthalmologist near Encino, 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. Guerami to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amir Guerami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guerami is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center, Henry Mayo Newhall 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 Amir Guerami accepting new patients in Encino, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amir Guerami is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amir Guerami offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guerami's office at (410) 328-5933 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amir Guerami?
Please contact Dr. Guerami's office at (410) 328-5933 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amir Guerami have?
Dr. Amir Guerami is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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