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Dr. Nicole Benitah, MD

Ophthalmologist

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benitah, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Nicole Benitah, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Benitah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benitah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benitah’s office at (617) 573-5549.

    Is Dr. Benitah board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Nicole Benitah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Benitah speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Benitah typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Benitah 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. Benitah. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Iridocyclitis
    • Eye Disease
    • Chronic Uveitis
    • Long-term Eye Inflammation
    • Persistent Iritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2013: Chronic iridocyclitis, bilateral

    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:

    • 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:

    • Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • MGD
    • Blocked Eyelid Glands
    • Oil Gland Dysfunction of Eyelid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02883: Meibomian gland dysfunction of right eye, unspecified eyelid

    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

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Benitah typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Benitah 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. Benitah. 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.

    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 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

    Does Dr. Benitah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benitah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 573-5549 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benitah accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Benitah in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AllCare Health

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of California

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    Where is Dr. Benitah's office located?

    Dr. Nicole Benitah's Primary Practice

    243 Charles St

    Boston, MA 02114

    (617) 573-5549

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

    Dr. Benitah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114125226.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benitah?

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

    What is Dr. Nicole Benitah's specialty?

    Dr. Benitah is an Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Nicole Benitah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benitah is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center 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 Dr. Nicole Benitah accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Nicole Benitah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicole Benitah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benitah's office at (617) 573-5549 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicole Benitah?

    Please contact Dr. Benitah's office at (617) 573-5549 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Benitah's office located?

    Dr. Benitah's office is located in Boston, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicole Benitah have?

    Dr. Nicole Benitah is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.