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Dr. Purnima Patel, MD

Peachtree Corners, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patel, Ophthalmologist in Peachtree Corners, GA?

    Dr. Purnima Patel, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Peachtree Corners, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Patel?

    Dr. Purnima Patel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Patel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Fillers & Injectables, Glaucoma, Laser Surgery, Ocular Inflammatory Disease, Retinal Disorders, Uveitis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Peachtree Corners/GA community, Dr. Patel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Patel board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Purnima Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Patel speak?

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

    • English

    • Gujarati

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Patel treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Patel 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. Patel. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • 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
    • Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left 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:

    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Chronic Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem
    • Long-term Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Gradual Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Persistent Narrow-Angle Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
    • H402231: Chronic angle-closure glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2011: Chronic iridocyclitis, right eye

    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:

    • Squamous Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Scaly eyelid inflammation
    • Dandruff-like eyelids
    • Chronic blepharitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H0102A: Squamous blepharitis right eye, upper and lower eyelids

    What procedures does Dr. Patel perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Patel 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. Patel. 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

    Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Peachtree Corners, GA?

    Dr. Patel in Peachtree Corners, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sterling Jewelers

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Purnima Patel's Primary Practice

    5185 Peachtree Pkwy Ste 350

    Peachtree Corners, GA 30092

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    Dr. Purnima Patel's Practice 2

    1365 Clifton Rd NE Ste 200

    Atlanta, GA 30322

    (404) 778-4530

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

    Dr. Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316124183.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patel?

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

    What is Dr. Purnima Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Patel is a Ophthalmologist near Peachtree Corners, GA. 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. Patel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Purnima Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta 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 Purnima Patel accepting new patients in Peachtree Corners, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Purnima Patel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Purnima Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Purnima Patel?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Purnima Patel have?

    Dr. Purnima Patel is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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