Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bansal, Ophthalmologist in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Alok Bansal, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bansal graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Emory Eye Center. Dr. Bansal is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bansal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bansal’s office at (650) 340-0111.
Where did Dr. Bansal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Wills Eye Hospital
Residency: Emory Eye Center
Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Bansal board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Alok Bansal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Bansal speak?
Dr. Bansal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bansal typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bansal 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. Bansal. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Advanced diabetic eye disease
- Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
- New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
- E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bansal typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bansal 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. Bansal. 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:
- 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:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Bansal accept my insurance?
Dr. Bansal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 340-0111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bansal accept in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Bansal in San Mateo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Bansal's office located?
Dr. Alok Bansal's Primary Practice
50 S San Mateo Dr Ste 125
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 340-0111
What is Dr. Bansal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bansal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568646776.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bansal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bansal
What is Dr. Alok Bansal's specialty?
Dr. Bansal is a Ophthalmologist near San Mateo, CA.
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 this Dr. Alok Bansal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bansal is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Alok Bansal accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alok Bansal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alok Bansal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bansal's office at (650) 340-0111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alok Bansal?
Please contact Dr. Bansal's office at (650) 340-0111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alok Bansal have?
Dr. Alok Bansal is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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