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Dr. Lulwa Zein
Minneapolis, MN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zein, Retina Specialist in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Lulwa Zein is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zein is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zein’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zein’s office at (612) 672-7422.
What languages does Dr. Zein speak?
Dr. Zein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Zein treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Zein 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. Zein. 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
- Macular Degeneration
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- AMD
- Macular Disease
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
- H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Zein perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Zein 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. Zein. 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:
- 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 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:
- 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 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:
- 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. Zein accept my insurance?
Dr. Zein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 672-7422 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zein accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Zein in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Genesis Health System
HealthPartners
Medica
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Minnesota
State of Tennessee
Ucare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zein's office located?
What is Dr. Zein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508532060.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zein
What is Dr. Lulwa Zein's specialty?
Dr. Zein is a Retina Specialist near Minneapolis, MN. 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. Zein to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lulwa Zein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zein is affiliated with Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Lulwa Zein accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, Dr. Lulwa Zein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lulwa Zein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zein's office at (612) 672-7422 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lulwa Zein?
Please contact Dr. Zein's office at (612) 672-7422 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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