Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khamapirad, Ophthalmologist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Tawan Khamapirad, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Khamapirad graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Tennessee Program. Dr. Khamapirad is fluent in English, Chinese, and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khamapirad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khamapirad’s office.
Where did Dr. Khamapirad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Tennessee Program
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Khamapirad board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Tawan Khamapirad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Khamapirad speak?
Dr. Khamapirad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Thai
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Khamapirad typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Khamapirad 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. Khamapirad. 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 Hole
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Retinal Hole
- Foveal Hole
- Macular Cyst
- Macular Pseudohole
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, left eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Khamapirad typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Khamapirad 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. Khamapirad. 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:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Khamapirad accept my insurance?
Dr. Khamapirad 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. Khamapirad accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Khamapirad in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Khamapirad's office located?
What is Dr. Khamapirad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khamapirad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689679441.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khamapirad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khamapirad
What is Dr. Tawan Khamapirad's specialty?
Dr. Khamapirad is a Ophthalmologist near Memphis, TN.
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. Tawan Khamapirad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khamapirad is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital 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 Tawan Khamapirad accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Tawan Khamapirad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tawan Khamapirad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khamapirad's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tawan Khamapirad?
Please contact Dr. Khamapirad's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tawan Khamapirad have?
Dr. Tawan Khamapirad is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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