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Dr. Shalu Gupta, MD

Dr. Shalu Gupta, MD

Long Beach, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gupta, Ophthalmologist in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Shalu Gupta, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gupta completed her residency at University California. Dr. Gupta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gupta’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gupta’s office at (562) 988-8668.

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

    • Residency: University California

    What languages does Dr. Gupta speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gupta treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Gupta 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. Gupta. 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 Cataract
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Severe Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
    • Advanced diabetic eye disease
    • Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
    • New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
    • E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E113393: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113493: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Eye surgery aftercare
    • Ear surgery aftercare
    • Sensory organ recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H268: Other specified cataract
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma
    • Preglaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • High eye pressure
    • Optic nerve damage
    • Ocular hypertension
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H409: Unspecified glaucoma
    • H40009: Preglaucoma, unspecified, unspecified eye
    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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:

    • Pterygium
    • Eye Disease
    • Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
    • Conjunctival Growth
    • Wing-shaped Eye Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H11001: Unspecified pterygium of right eye

    What procedures does Dr. Gupta perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Gupta 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. Gupta. 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:

    • 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 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:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Pterygium Removal with Graft
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft

    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)
    • 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft

    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:

    • Vision Screening
    • Visual Acuity Test
    • Eye Chart Test
    • Bilateral Vision Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 99173: Screening test of visual acuity, quantitative, bilateral

    Does Dr. Gupta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gupta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 988-8668 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gupta accept in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Gupta in Long Beach, 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

    • Alliant Techsystems

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Gupta's office located?

    Dr. Shalu Gupta's Primary Practice

    3900 Long Beach Blvd

    Long Beach, CA 90807

    (562) 988-8668

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    Dr. Shalu Gupta's Practice 2

    5991 E Spring St

    Long Beach, CA 90808

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

    Dr. Gupta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518187202.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gupta?

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

    What is Dr. Shalu Gupta's specialty?

    Dr. Gupta is a Ophthalmologist near Long Beach, 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. Gupta to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shalu Gupta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gupta is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center 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

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    Is Shalu Gupta accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Shalu Gupta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shalu Gupta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gupta's office at (562) 988-8668 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shalu Gupta?

    Please contact Dr. Gupta's office at (562) 988-8668 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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