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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Chanbour is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chanbour’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Chanbour typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Chanbour typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Chanbour 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Tear Duct Opening Closure
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Punctal Occlusion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Treatment (Punctal)
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)
- 68760: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by thermocauterization, ligation, or laser surgery
Also known as:
- Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
- Trichiasis Epilation
- Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
- Ingrown Eyelash Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only
Also known as:
- Cornea Scraping for Infection Test
- Corneal Smear
- Corneal Culture
- Eye Surface Scraping
CPT Codes:
- 65430: Scraping of cornea, diagnostic, for smear and/or culture
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:
- Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye (No Stitches)
- Ocular surface repair with amniotic membrane
- Eye membrane graft
- Sutureless amniotic membrane transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65778: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures
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 Blue Shield of North Dakota
HealthPartners
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medica Group
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
PrimeWest Health
State of Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chanbour's office located?
Dr. Wassef Chanbour's Primary Practice
516 Delaware 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.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Wassef Chanbour affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chanbour is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, United 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
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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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