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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Acharya, Ophthalmologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Nisha Acharya, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Acharya completed her residency at Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Acharya is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acharya’s office.
Where did Dr. Acharya go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca
Is Dr. Acharya board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Nisha Acharya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Acharya speak?
Dr. Acharya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Acharya treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Acharya 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. Acharya. 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:
- Chronic Iridocyclitis
- Iridocyclitis
- Vogt-Koyanagi Syndrome
- Posterior Eye Inflammation
- Acute Iridocyclitis
- Widespread eye inflammation
- Eye Disease
- Retinal Disorder
- Chronic Uveitis
- Long-term Eye Inflammation
- Persistent Iritis
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
- Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Syndrome
- VKH Syndrome
- Autoimmune Uveitis
- Ciliary Body Inflammation
- Inflammation of the Back of the Eye
- Pars Planitis
- Acute Uveitis
- Sudden Eye Inflammation
- Iritis
- Total uveal inflammation
- Inflammation of all eye layers
- Eye inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2013: Chronic iridocyclitis, bilateral
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
- H20823: Vogt-Koyanagi syndrome, bilateral
- H3023: Posterior cyclitis, bilateral
- H2000: Unspecified acute and subacute iridocyclitis
- H44113: Panuveitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Degeneration
- CME
- Macular swelling
- Fluid in the macula
- Macular Swelling
- Retinal Edema
- Fluid in Macula
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
- H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Acharya perform as an Ophthalmologist?
As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nisha Acharya may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Acharya's office.
Does Dr. Acharya accept my insurance?
Dr. Acharya 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. Acharya accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Acharya in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Community Health Network
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Acharya's office located?
What is Dr. Acharya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Acharya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972544872.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acharya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Acharya
What is Dr. Nisha Acharya's specialty?
Dr. Acharya 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. Acharya to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nisha Acharya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Acharya 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 Nisha Acharya accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nisha Acharya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nisha Acharya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Acharya's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nisha Acharya?
Please contact Dr. Acharya's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nisha Acharya have?
Dr. Nisha Acharya is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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505 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143