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Dr. Gohar Salam, MD

Ophthalmologist

Fort Wayne, IN

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Salam, Ophthalmologist in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Gohar Salam, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Salam completed his residency at Swedish Covenant Hospital Program. Dr. Salam is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salam’s office at (260) 483-9500.

    Where did Dr. Salam go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Swedish Covenant Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan

    Is Dr. Salam board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gohar Salam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Salam speak?

    Dr. Salam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Urdu

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Salam typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Salam 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. Salam. 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
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Nonexudative AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD

    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
    • H353122: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Neovascularization
    • Retinal Disorder
    • New Blood Vessel Growth in Retina
    • Abnormal Retinal Vessels
    • Retinal Angiogenesis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35051: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, right eye

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Salam 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. Salam. 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:

    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)

    Does Dr. Salam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 483-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salam accept in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Salam in Fort Wayne, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

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    Where is Dr. Salam's office located?

    Dr. Gohar Salam's Primary Practice

    11188 Diebold Rd

    Fort Wayne, IN 46845

    (260) 483-9500

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    What is Dr. Salam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Salam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285635334.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salam?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salam

    What is Dr. Gohar Salam's specialty?

    Dr. Salam is an Ophthalmologist near Fort Wayne, IN.

    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. Gohar Salam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Salam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Gohar Salam accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Gohar Salam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gohar Salam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salam's office at (260) 483-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gohar Salam?

    Please contact Dr. Salam's office at (260) 483-9500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Salam's office located?

    Dr. Salam's office is located in Fort Wayne, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gohar Salam have?

    Dr. Gohar Salam is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Ophthalmology.