FE
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. El-Baba, Retina Specialist in Oceanside, NY?
Dr. Fadi El-Baba, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Oceanside, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. El-Baba graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India. Dr. El-Baba is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Baba’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Baba’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. El-Baba?
Dr. Fadi El-Baba, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. El-Baba empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, HIV Retinitis, Macular Degeneration, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Oceanside, NY community, Dr. El-Baba is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. El-Baba go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
What languages does Dr. El-Baba speak?
Dr. El-Baba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. El-Baba typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. El-Baba 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. El-Baba. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
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
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. El-Baba typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. El-Baba 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. El-Baba. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Photodynamic Therapy for Eye Lesions
- Choroidal neovascularization treatment
- Eye laser therapy
- PDT for eye disease
- Retinal lesion destruction
CPT Codes:
- 67221: Destruction of localized lesion of choroid (eg, choroidal neovascularization); photodynamic therapy (includes intravenous infusion)
Does Dr. El-Baba accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Baba 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. El-Baba accept in Oceanside, NY?
Dr. El-Baba in Oceanside, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. El-Baba's office located?
What is Dr. El-Baba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Baba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811939101.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Baba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Baba
What is Dr. Fadi El-Baba's specialty?
Dr. El-Baba is a Retina Specialist near Oceanside, NY.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. Fadi El-Baba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, El-Baba is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Catholic Health - St. Charles Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Retina Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Fadi El-Baba accepting new patients in Oceanside, NY?
Yes, Dr. Fadi El-Baba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fadi El-Baba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Baba's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fadi El-Baba?
Please contact Dr. El-Baba's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Retina Specialist Near Oceanside, NY
Accepting patientsDr. Norman Saffra, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified.
Brooklyn, NY
MK
Retina Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Matthew Karl, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Smithtown, NY with 2 additional practice locations.
Smithtown, NY
NZ
Retina Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Naima Zilkha, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Garden City, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Garden City, NY