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Who is Dr. Aprahamian, Specialist in Bloomington, IL?
Dr. Ara Aprahamian, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Bloomington, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Aprahamian graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Utmb. Dr. Aprahamian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aprahamian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aprahamian’s office at (309) 829-5311.
Where did Dr. Aprahamian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Utmb | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
Is Dr. Aprahamian board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ara Aprahamian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Aprahamian speak?
Dr. Aprahamian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Aprahamian typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Aprahamian 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. Aprahamian. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Aprahamian typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Aprahamian 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. Aprahamian. 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 here.
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 Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
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)
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
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
Also known as:
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Aprahamian accept my insurance?
Dr. Aprahamian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 829-5311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aprahamian accept in Bloomington, IL?
Dr. Aprahamian in Bloomington, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Aprahamian's office located?
Dr. Ara Aprahamian's Primary Practice
1008 N Main St
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 829-5311
What is Dr. Aprahamian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aprahamian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528015013.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aprahamian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aprahamian
What is Dr. Ara Aprahamian's specialty?
Dr. Aprahamian is a Specialist near Bloomington, IL.
Is this Dr. Ara Aprahamian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aprahamian is affiliated with Osf Healthcare Saint Anthony 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 Ara Aprahamian accepting new patients in Bloomington, IL?
Yes, Dr. Ara Aprahamian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ara Aprahamian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aprahamian's office at (309) 829-5311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ara Aprahamian?
Please contact Dr. Aprahamian's office at (309) 829-5311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ara Aprahamian have?
Dr. Ara Aprahamian is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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