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Dr. Saraswathy Ramanathan, MD

San Francisco, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ramanathan, Ophthalmologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Saraswathy Ramanathan, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Ramanathan completed her residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Ophthalmology; Evanston Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ramanathan is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramanathan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramanathan’s office at (415) 353-2564.

    Where did Dr. Ramanathan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Ophthalmology; Evanston Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa

    Is Dr. Ramanathan board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Saraswathy Ramanathan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Ramanathan speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Ramanathan treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ramanathan 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. Ramanathan. 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
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H40009: Preglaucoma, unspecified, unspecified eye
    • H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Eyelid Inflammation
    • Crusty Eyelids
    • Eyelid Margin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01009: Unspecified blepharitis unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Inflamed eyelids
    • Eyelid margin inflammation
    • Crusty eyelids
    • Eyelid irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01003: Unspecified blepharitis right eye, unspecified eyelid

    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:

    • Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related macular degeneration
    • Age-Related Macular Degeneration
    • AMD
    • Macular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration

    Does Dr. Ramanathan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ramanathan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2564 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ramanathan accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Ramanathan in San Francisco, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Brand New Day

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Universal Health Care

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    Where is Dr. Ramanathan's office located?

    Dr. Saraswathy Ramanathan's Primary Practice

    1001 Potrero Ave Bldg 80 Ste 320

    San Francisco, CA 94110

    (415) 353-2564

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    Dr. Saraswathy Ramanathan's Practice 2

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    Dr. Saraswathy Ramanathan's Practice 3

    1600 Divisadero St

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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

    Dr. Ramanathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326086828.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramanathan?

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

    What is Dr. Saraswathy Ramanathan's specialty?

    Dr. Ramanathan is a Ophthalmologist near San Francisco, CA. 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. Ramanathan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Saraswathy Ramanathan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ramanathan is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Saraswathy Ramanathan accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Saraswathy Ramanathan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saraswathy Ramanathan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ramanathan's office at (415) 353-2564 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Saraswathy Ramanathan?

    Please contact Dr. Ramanathan's office at (415) 353-2564 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Saraswathy Ramanathan have?

    Dr. Saraswathy Ramanathan is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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