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Dr. Nisha Acharya, MD

Dr. Nisha Acharya, MD

Ophthalmologist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

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 an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Acharya typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Iridocyclitis
    • Iridocyclitis
    • Vogt-Koyanagi Syndrome
    • Posterior Eye Inflammation
    • Acute Iridocyclitis
    • 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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Cystoid Macular Edema
    • Macular Degeneration
    • CME
    • Macular Swelling
    • Retinal Edema
    • Fluid in Macula
    • Macular swelling
    • Fluid in the macula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye
    • H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right 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

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Acharya typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nisha Acharya may include:

    Please contact Dr. Acharya's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Acharya accept my insurance?

    Dr. Acharya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Chinese Community Health Plan

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Acharya's office located?

    Dr. Nisha Acharya's Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    What hospitals are Dr. Acharya affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Acharya has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Acharya's NPI number?A 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 an Ophthalmologist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    Is 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

    When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Nisha Acharya?

    Please contact Dr. Acharya's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Acharya's office located?

    Dr. Acharya's office is located in San Francisco, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nisha Acharya have?

    Dr. Nisha Acharya is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.