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Who is Dr. Chanbour, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Wassef Chanbour, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chanbour is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chanbour’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chanbour’s office at (612) 625-4400.
What languages does Dr. Chanbour speak?
Dr. Chanbour and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Chanbour treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Chanbour 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. Chanbour. 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
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Astigmatism
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
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:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H179: Unspecified corneal scar and opacity
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Cone-shaped Cornea
- Corneal Thinning Disorder
- Bulging Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18623: Keratoconus, unstable, bilateral
Also known as:
- Eye Complications After Surgery
- Post-operative Eye Problems
- Unspecified Eye Surgery Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5989: Other postprocedural complications and disorders of eye and adnexa, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Corneal Ulcer
- Corneal Disorder
- Eye Ulcer
- Open Sore on Cornea
- Corneal Erosion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16001: Unspecified corneal ulcer, right eye
Also known as:
- Corneal Ulcer
- Corneal Disorder
- Eye ulcer
- Sore on the cornea
- Corneal abrasion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16002: Unspecified corneal ulcer, left eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Ulcerative Blepharitis of Right Eye
- Eyelid Disorder
- Right Eye Eyelid Ulcers
- Severe Blepharitis
- Crusting Eyelid Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H0101A: Ulcerative blepharitis right eye, upper and lower eyelids
Which procedures does Dr. Chanbour perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Wassef Chanbour 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. Chanbour's office.
Does Dr. Chanbour accept my insurance?
Dr. Chanbour accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 625-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chanbour accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Chanbour in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Partners Plans
Medica
Medicare
PrimeWest Health
Ucare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chanbour's office located?
Dr. Wassef Chanbour's Primary Practice
909 Fulton St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
(612) 625-4400
What is Dr. Chanbour's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chanbour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134735848.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chanbour?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chanbour
What is Dr. Wassef Chanbour's specialty?
Dr. Chanbour is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Minneapolis, MN. 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. Chanbour to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wassef Chanbour affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chanbour is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: M Health Fairview University Of Minnesota Medical Center - West Bank East Building. 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 Wassef Chanbour accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, Dr. Wassef Chanbour is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wassef Chanbour offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chanbour's office at (612) 625-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wassef Chanbour?
Please contact Dr. Chanbour's office at (612) 625-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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