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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pinhas, Retina Specialist in Elmhurst, NY?
Dr. Alexander Pinhas, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pinhas is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pinhas’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pinhas’s office at (212) 677-2000.
What languages does Dr. Pinhas speak?
Dr. Pinhas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pinhas treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Pinhas 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. Pinhas. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113592: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
- E113553: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy, bilateral
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Serous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment with Break
- Retinal Detachment with Single Break
- Retinal Detachment
- Fluid Retinal Detachment
- Exudative Retinal Detachment
- Non-Rhegmatogenous Detachment
- Detached Retina with Tear
- Retinal Separation with Break
- Detached Retina with One Tear
- Single Break Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
- H3322: Serous retinal detachment, left eye
- H33002: Unspecified retinal detachment with retinal break, left eye
- H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
Also known as:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
Also known as:
- Other Retinal Disorder
- Retinal Edema
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Various Retinal Conditions
- Uncommon Retinal Diseases
- Miscellaneous Retinal Problems
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3589: Other specified retinal disorders
- H3581: Retinal edema
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Eye and Vision Examination with Abnormal Findings
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Eye Exam with Issues
- Abnormal Vision Test
- Eye Doctor Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0101: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision with abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Pinhas perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Pinhas may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pinhas' office.
Does Dr. Pinhas accept my insurance?
Dr. Pinhas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 677-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pinhas accept in Elmhurst, NY?
Dr. Pinhas in Elmhurst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
MetroPlus
Molina
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pinhas' office located?
Dr. Alexander Pinhas' Primary Practice
9412 59th Ave Unit E5
Elmhurst, NY 11373
(212) 677-2000
What is Dr. Pinhas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pinhas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033506852.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pinhas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pinhas
What is Dr. Alexander Pinhas's specialty?
Dr. Pinhas is a Retina Specialist near Elmhurst, NY. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Pinhas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Pinhas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pinhas is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Alexander Pinhas accepting new patients in Elmhurst, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Pinhas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Pinhas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pinhas's office at (212) 677-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Pinhas?
Please contact Dr. Pinhas's office at (212) 677-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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