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Dr. Elzbieta Mechel, MD

Ophthalmologist

East Meadow, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mechel, Ophthalmologist in East Meadow, NY?

    Dr. Elzbieta Mechel, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in East Meadow, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mechel is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mechel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mechel’s office at (516) 812-8678.

    What languages does Dr. Mechel speak?

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

    • English
    • Polish

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Mechel 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. Mechel. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H524: Presbyopia

    Also known as:

    • Keratitis
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Corneal Inflammation
    • Inflamed Cornea
    • Eye Surface Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16143: Punctate keratitis, bilateral

    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 an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Mechel typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Mechel 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. Mechel. 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:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    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

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Eluting Implant in Tear Duct
    • Lacrimal Canaliculus Implant
    • Tear Duct Drug Implant
    • Punctal Implant for Eye Medication

    CPT Codes:

    • 68841: Insertion of drug-eluting implant, including punctal dilation when performed, into lacrimal canaliculus, each

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Plug Insertion
    • Punctal Plug Insertion
    • Lacrimal Punctum Closure
    • Dry Eye Plugs

    CPT Codes:

    • 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each

    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:

    • Endothelial Corneal Transplant
    • Keratoplasty
    • Endothelial keratoplasty
    • Corneal graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial

    Also known as:

    • Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye (No Stitches)
    • Ocular surface repair with amniotic membrane
    • Eye membrane graft
    • Sutureless amniotic membrane transplant

    CPT Codes:

    • 65778: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures

    Does Dr. Mechel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mechel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 812-8678 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mechel accept in East Meadow, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mechel's office located?

    Dr. Elzbieta Mechel's Primary Practice

    30 Merrick Ave Ste 100

    East Meadow, NY 11554

    (516) 812-8678

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    Dr. Elzbieta Mechel's Practice 2

    2000 N Village Ave Ste 402

    Rockville Centre, NY 11570

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

    Dr. Mechel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215431150.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mechel?

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

    What is Dr. Elzbieta Mechel's specialty?

    Dr. Mechel is an Ophthalmologist near East Meadow, 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. Elzbieta Mechel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mechel is affiliated with Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn), St. Francis Hospital & Heart 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 Dr. Elzbieta Mechel accepting new patients in East Meadow, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Elzbieta Mechel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elzbieta Mechel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mechel's office at (516) 812-8678 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elzbieta Mechel?

    Please contact Dr. Mechel's office at (516) 812-8678 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mechel's office located?

    Dr. Mechel's offices are located in East Meadow, NY and Rockville Centre, NY.