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Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian, MD

Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian, MD

Ophthalmologist

Glendale, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hovanesian, Ophthalmologist in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Hovanesian graduated from Yerevan State Medical University. Dr. Hovanesian is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hovanesian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hovanesian’s office at (818) 265-7777.

    Where did Dr. Hovanesian go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Yerevan State Medical University | Yerevan State Medical University

    Is Dr. Hovanesian board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Hovanesian speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hovanesian 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. Hovanesian. 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:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Preglaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes eye problems
    • Diabetic vision issues
    • Eye complications from type 2 diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1139: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic ophthalmic complication

    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:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hovanesian 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. Hovanesian. 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
    • Injection into Eye Capsule
    • Eye Medication Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Tenon's Capsule Injection
    • Periocular Injection
    • Intraocular injection
    • Anterior chamber injection
    • Eye drug injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
    • 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
    • 66030: Injection, anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); medication

    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
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty

    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)
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery

    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

    Does Dr. Hovanesian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hovanesian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 265-7777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hovanesian accept in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Hovanesian in Glendale, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hovanesian's office located?

    Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian's Primary Practice

    1146 N Brand Blvd

    Glendale, CA 91202

    (818) 265-7777

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    Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian's Practice 2

    13739 Riverside Dr Ste A

    Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

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    Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian's Practice 3

    409 N Central Ave

    Glendale, CA 91203

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

    Dr. Hovanesian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154341626.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hovanesian?

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

    What is Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian's specialty?

    Dr. Hovanesian is an Ophthalmologist near Glendale, CA.

    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. Haroutun Hovanesian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hovanesian is affiliated with Adventist Health Glendale, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian 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 Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hovanesian's office at (818) 265-7777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian?

    Please contact Dr. Hovanesian's office at (818) 265-7777 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hovanesian's office located?

    Dr. Hovanesian's offices are located in Glendale, CA and Sherman Oaks, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian have?

    Dr. Haroutun Hovanesian is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.