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Who is Dr. Mekhail, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Greenbelt, MD?
Dr. Joseph Mekhail, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Greenbelt, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mekhail is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mekhail’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mekhail’s office at (301) 277-4844.
What languages does Dr. Mekhail speak?
Dr. Mekhail and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Mekhail typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Mekhail 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. Mekhail. 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
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Conical cornea
- KC
- Corneal thinning disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18603: Keratoconus, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Mekhail typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Mekhail 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. Mekhail. 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:
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft
- Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
- Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 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:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
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. Mekhail accept my insurance?
Dr. Mekhail accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 277-4844 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mekhail accept in Greenbelt, MD?
Dr. Mekhail in Greenbelt, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
MedStar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mekhail's office located?
Dr. Joseph Mekhail's Primary Practice
7500 Greenway Center Dr Ste 300
Greenbelt, MD 20770
(301) 277-4844
What is Dr. Mekhail's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mekhail's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023540846.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mekhail?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mekhail
What is Dr. Joseph Mekhail's specialty?
Dr. Mekhail is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Greenbelt, MD.
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. Joseph Mekhail affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mekhail is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Joseph Mekhail accepting new patients in Greenbelt, MD?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Mekhail is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Mekhail offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mekhail's office at (301) 277-4844 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Mekhail?
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