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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sood, Glaucoma Specialist in Beachwood, OH?
Dr. Shalini Sood, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Beachwood, OH with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sood completed her residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Transitional Year. Dr. Sood is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sood’s office at (216) 831-0120.
Where did Dr. Sood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Transitional Year
Is Dr. Sood board certified as a Glaucoma Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shalini Sood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Sood speak?
Dr. Sood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Sood typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Sood 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. Sood. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Sood typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Sood 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. Sood. 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:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Sood accept my insurance?
Dr. Sood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 831-0120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sood accept in Beachwood, OH?
Dr. Sood in Beachwood, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sood's office located?
Dr. Shalini Sood's Primary Practice
2000 Auburn Dr Ste 100
Beachwood, OH 44122
(216) 831-0120
What is Dr. Sood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467497818.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sood
What is Dr. Shalini Sood's specialty?
Dr. Sood is a Glaucoma Specialist near Beachwood, OH.
What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions.
Is this Dr. Shalini Sood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sood is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Hillcrest Hospital, Marymount Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Shalini Sood accepting new patients in Beachwood, OH?
Yes, Dr. Shalini Sood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shalini Sood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sood's office at (216) 831-0120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shalini Sood?
Please contact Dr. Sood's office at (216) 831-0120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shalini Sood have?
Dr. Shalini Sood is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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