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Who is Dr. Pandey, Ophthalmologist in Fresh Meadows, NY?
Dr. Avi Pandey, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Fresh Meadows, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pandey graduated from Stony Brook University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pandey is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pandey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pandey’s office at (718) 454-1040.
Where did Dr. Pandey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program
Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny | Stony Brook Univ Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine | Stony Brook University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Pandey board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Avi Pandey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Pandey speak?
Dr. Pandey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Pandey typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Pandey 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. Pandey. 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:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Other Retinal Disorder
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Various Retinal Conditions
- Uncommon Retinal Diseases
- Miscellaneous Retinal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H3589: Other specified retinal disorders
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
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:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Pandey typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Pandey 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. Pandey. 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)
Does Dr. Pandey accept my insurance?
Dr. Pandey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 454-1040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pandey accept in Fresh Meadows, NY?
Dr. Pandey in Fresh Meadows, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Pandey's office located?
What is Dr. Pandey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pandey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720022759.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pandey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pandey
What is Dr. Avi Pandey's specialty?
Dr. Pandey is a Ophthalmologist near Fresh Meadows, NY.
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 this Dr. Avi Pandey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pandey is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mount Sinai Services. 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 an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Avi Pandey accepting new patients in Fresh Meadows, NY?
Yes, Dr. Avi Pandey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Avi Pandey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pandey's office at (718) 454-1040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Avi Pandey?
Please contact Dr. Pandey's office at (718) 454-1040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Avi Pandey have?
Dr. Avi Pandey is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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