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Who is Dr. Apara, Ophthalmologist in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Akintomide Apara, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Hollywood, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Apara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Apara’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Apara’s office at (504) 412-1200.
What languages does Dr. Apara speak?
Dr. Apara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Apara treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Apara 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. Apara. 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:
- Macular Pucker
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Lattice Retinal Degeneration
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Lattice Degeneration
- Retinal Lattice
- Peripheral Retinal Thinning
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left 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
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Drusen
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Retinal Drusen
- Yellow Spots on Retina
- Age-Related Macular Drusen
- Drusen in Eye
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
- H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- 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
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Which procedures does Dr. Apara perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Akintomide Apara 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. Apara's office.
Does Dr. Apara accept my insurance?
Dr. Apara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 412-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Apara accept in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Apara in Hollywood, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AvMed Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
iCare
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Apara's office located?
Dr. Akintomide Apara's Primary Practice
300 S Park Rd Ste 300
Hollywood, FL 33021
(504) 412-1200
Dr. Akintomide Apara's Practice 3
603 N Flamingo Rd Ste 250
Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
(954) 431-2777
What is Dr. Apara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Apara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356720395.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Apara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Apara
What is Dr. Akintomide Apara's specialty?
Dr. Apara is a Ophthalmologist near Hollywood, FL. 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. Apara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akintomide Apara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Apara is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Akintomide Apara accepting new patients in Hollywood, FL?
Yes, Dr. Akintomide Apara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akintomide Apara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Apara's office at (504) 412-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akintomide Apara?
Please contact Dr. Apara's office at (504) 412-1200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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