Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ayyala, Ophthalmologist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Ramesh Ayyala, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ayyala graduated from Osmania University and completed his residency at University of South Florida. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Ayyala is fluent in English, Hindi, Persian, Telugu, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayyala’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayyala’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ayyala?
Dr. Ramesh Ayyala, 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. Ayyala empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Corneal Disease, Glaucoma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tampa/FL community, Dr. Ayyala is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ayyala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: OPHTHALMOLOGY, Boston University Medical Center, Boston, MA | OPHTHALMOLOGY, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA | Mass Eye & Ear Infirmary, Glaucoma | Boston Univ Med Ctr, Cornea/External Disease
Residency: University of South Florida | University of South Florida Morsani Program A
Medical School: Osmania University | Osmania Medical College | Gandhi Med College
Is Dr. Ayyala board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Ramesh Ayyala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Ayyala speak?
Dr. Ayyala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Persian
Telugu
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ayyala treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ayyala 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. Ayyala. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma Surgery Bleb Status
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Glaucoma at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Early-onset glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Post-Glaucoma Surgery Bleb
- Filtering Bleb
- Eye Surgery Aftermath
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Infant Glaucoma
- Primary Congenital Glaucoma
- Early-Onset Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- Z9883: Filtering (vitreous) bleb after glaucoma surgery status
- H401110: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, stage unspecified
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- Q150: Congenital glaucoma
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Other Functional Implants
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
- Various Medical Devices
- Specialized Implants
- Functional Prosthetics
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
- Z9689: Presence of other specified functional implants
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:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
Also known as:
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
What procedures does Dr. Ayyala perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ayyala 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. Ayyala. 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 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:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Drainage Canal Widening with Stent
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Canaloplasty with stent
- Aqueous outflow canal dilation
- Glaucoma stent placement
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66175: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); with retention of device or stent
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Partial Vitreous Removal (Anterior)
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure Surgery
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Anterior Vitrectomy
- Vitreous Gel Removal
- Eye Gel Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 67005: Removal of vitreous, anterior approach (open sky technique or limbal incision); partial removal
Also known as:
- Eye Surgery Wound Repair
- Anterior segment wound revision
- Eye wound repair
- Ocular wound revision
CPT Codes:
- 66250: Revision or repair of operative wound of anterior segment, any type, early or late, major or minor procedure
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant Surgery
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Penetrating Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Penetrating Keratoplasty
- Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
- Eye Surface Transplant
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
- PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
- Cornea Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65755: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (in pseudophakia)
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
- 65730: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (except in aphakia or pseudophakia)
Also known as:
- Eye Shunt Revision with Graft
- Aqueous Shunt Repair
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Revision
- Eye Pressure Shunt Adjustment
CPT Codes:
- 66185: Revision of aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir; with graft
Also known as:
- Artificial Cornea Implant
- Keratoprosthesis
- Corneal implant
- Prosthetic cornea
CPT Codes:
- 65770: Keratoprosthesis
Also known as:
- Laser Iridoplasty
- Photocoagulation Iridoplasty
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Anterior Chamber Angle Widening
CPT Codes:
- 66762: Iridoplasty by photocoagulation (1 or more sessions) (eg, for improvement of vision, for widening of anterior chamber angle)
Also known as:
- Total Conjunctival Flap
- Gunderson Flap
- Purse String Conjunctival Flap
- Eye Surface Graft
CPT Codes:
- 68362: Conjunctival flap; total (such as Gunderson thin flap or purse string flap)
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. Ayyala accept my insurance?
Dr. Ayyala 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. Ayyala accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Ayyala in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Ayyala's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
Awards
New Orleans Super Doctors
What is Dr. Ayyala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ayyala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356395404.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayyala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ayyala
What is Dr. Ramesh Ayyala's specialty?
Dr. Ayyala is a Ophthalmologist near Tampa, FL. 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. Ayyala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ramesh Ayyala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ayyala is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital 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 Ramesh Ayyala accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ramesh Ayyala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ramesh Ayyala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ayyala's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ramesh Ayyala?
Please contact Dr. Ayyala's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ramesh Ayyala have?
Dr. Ramesh Ayyala is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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