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Who is Dr. Kheirkhah, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ahmad Kheirkhah, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kheirkhah is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kheirkhah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kheirkhah’s office at (210) 450-9000.
What languages does Dr. Kheirkhah speak?
Dr. Kheirkhah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Kheirkhah treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Kheirkhah 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. Kheirkhah. 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
- 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
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
What procedures does Dr. Kheirkhah perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Kheirkhah 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. Kheirkhah. 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:
- 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
- Penetrating Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
- Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
- PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
- Cornea Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
- 65730: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (except in aphakia or pseudophakia)
Also known as:
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
CPT Codes:
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
Does Dr. Kheirkhah accept my insurance?
Dr. Kheirkhah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 450-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kheirkhah accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kheirkhah in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
MedImpact
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kheirkhah's office located?
Dr. Ahmad Kheirkhah's Primary Practice
6400 Fannin St Ste 1800
Houston, TX 77030
(210) 450-9000
What is Dr. Kheirkhah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kheirkhah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619491941.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kheirkhah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kheirkhah
What is Dr. Ahmad Kheirkhah's specialty?
Dr. Kheirkhah is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Houston, TX. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Kheirkhah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ahmad Kheirkhah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kheirkhah is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center. 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 Ahmad Kheirkhah accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Kheirkhah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmad Kheirkhah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kheirkhah's office at (210) 450-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmad Kheirkhah?
Please contact Dr. Kheirkhah's office at (210) 450-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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