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Dr. Kuljinder Grewal, MD

La Mesa, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Grewal, Retina Specialist in La Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Kuljinder Grewal, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Grewal graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Ophthalmology. Dr. Grewal is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Grewal’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Grewal’s office at (619) 644-1400.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Ophthalmology | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan | Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Grewal board certified as a Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kuljinder Grewal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Grewal speak?

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

    • English

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Grewal treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Grewal 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. Grewal. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    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
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Grewal perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Grewal 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. Grewal. 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:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    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:

    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Freezing (Cryotherapy)
    • Cryotherapy for retinal detachment
    • Retina reattachment with freezing
    • Subretinal fluid drainage
    • Eye freezing for detached retina

    CPT Codes:

    • 67101: Repair of retinal detachment, including drainage of subretinal fluid when performed; cryotherapy

    Does Dr. Grewal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Grewal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 644-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Grewal accept in La Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Grewal in La Mesa, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Grewal's office located?

    Dr. Kuljinder Grewal's Primary Practice

    8881 Fletcher Pkwy Ste 104

    La Mesa, CA 91942

    (619) 644-1400

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

    Dr. Grewal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700807393.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Grewal?

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

    What is Dr. Kuljinder Grewal's specialty?

    Dr. Grewal is a Retina Specialist near La Mesa, CA. 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. Grewal to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kuljinder Grewal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Grewal is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Green Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado 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

    Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?

    Explore Retina Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Kuljinder Grewal accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kuljinder Grewal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kuljinder Grewal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Grewal's office at (619) 644-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kuljinder Grewal?

    Please contact Dr. Grewal's office at (619) 644-1400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kuljinder Grewal have?

    Dr. Kuljinder Grewal is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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