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Dr. Alma Olivos-Asarian, MD

Ophthalmologist

Staten Island, NY

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Olivos-Asarian, Ophthalmologist in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Alma Olivos-Asarian, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Olivos-Asarian completed her residency at Bronx Lebanon Hosp/Albert Einstein Coll Med. Dr. Olivos-Asarian is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Olivos-Asarian’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olivos-Asarian’s office at (718) 816-6440.

    Where did Dr. Olivos-Asarian go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Bronx Lebanon Hosp/Albert Einstein Coll Med

    What languages does Dr. Olivos-Asarian speak?

    Dr. Olivos-Asarian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Olivos-Asarian typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Olivos-Asarian 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. Olivos-Asarian. 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:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Olivos-Asarian typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Olivos-Asarian 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. Olivos-Asarian. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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. Olivos-Asarian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Olivos-Asarian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 816-6440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Olivos-Asarian accept in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Olivos-Asarian in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Olivos-Asarian's office located?

    Dr. Alma Olivos-Asarian's Primary Practice

    1050 Clove Rd

    Staten Island, NY 10301

    (718) 816-6440

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    Dr. Alma Olivos-Asarian's Practice 2

    52 Duane St

    New York, NY 10007

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    Dr. Alma Olivos-Asarian's Practice 3

    233 Nostrand Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11205

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

    Dr. Olivos-Asarian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538152681.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olivos-Asarian?

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

    What is Dr. Alma Olivos-Asarian's specialty?

    Dr. Olivos-Asarian is an Ophthalmologist near Staten Island, 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 Dr. Alma Olivos-Asarian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Olivos-Asarian is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center 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 Dr. Alma Olivos-Asarian accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Alma Olivos-Asarian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alma Olivos-Asarian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Olivos-Asarian's office at (718) 816-6440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alma Olivos-Asarian?

    Please contact Dr. Olivos-Asarian's office at (718) 816-6440 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Olivos-Asarian's office located?

    Dr. Olivos-Asarian's offices are located in Staten Island, NY, New York, NY, and Brooklyn, NY.