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Who is Dr. Sivalingam, Ophthalmologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Meera Sivalingam, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sivalingam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivalingam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivalingam’s office at (215) 928-3041.
What languages does Dr. Sivalingam speak?
Dr. Sivalingam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sivalingam treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sivalingam 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. Sivalingam. 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:
- Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
- Retinal Detachment with Single Break
- Traction Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
- Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with One Tear
- Single Break Retinal Detachment
- Pulled Retina Detachment
- Fibrovascular Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy
- Detached retina
- Tractional retinal detachment
- Retina separation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33021: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, right eye
- H33022: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, left eye
- H33012: Retinal detachment with single break, left eye
- H3341: Traction detachment of retina, right eye
- H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye
- H3342: Traction detachment of retina, left eye
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Macular Hole
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Macular Cyst
- Foveal Hole
- Retinal Hole
- Macular Pseudohole
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye
- H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, left eye
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, 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:
- Adenovirus Pink Eye
- Pink Eye
- Adenoviral Conjunctivitis
- Viral Pink Eye
- Epidemic Keratoconjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- B300: Keratoconjunctivitis due to adenovirus
Which procedures does Dr. Sivalingam perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Meera Sivalingam 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. Sivalingam's office.
Does Dr. Sivalingam accept my insurance?
Dr. Sivalingam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 928-3041 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sivalingam accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Sivalingam in Philadelphia, PA 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 Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
IASIS Healthcare
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sivalingam's office located?
Dr. Meera Sivalingam's Primary Practice
840 Walnut St Ste 1020
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 928-3041
Dr. Meera Sivalingam's Practice 3
100 Presidential Blvd Ste 100
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
(800) 331-6634
What is Dr. Sivalingam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sivalingam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700318193.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivalingam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sivalingam
What is Dr. Meera Sivalingam's specialty?
Dr. Sivalingam is a Ophthalmologist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Sivalingam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Meera Sivalingam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sivalingam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wills Eye Hospital. 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 Meera Sivalingam accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Meera Sivalingam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meera Sivalingam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sivalingam's office at (215) 928-3041 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meera Sivalingam?
Please contact Dr. Sivalingam's office at (215) 928-3041 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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