Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purohit, Retina Specialist in Chelsea, MI?
Dr. Surendar Purohit, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Chelsea, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Purohit graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Ophthalmology; Oakwood Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Purohit is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purohit’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purohit’s office at (517) 841-3033.
Where did Dr. Purohit go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Univ British Columbia, Retina/Vitreous Surgery
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Ophthalmology; Oakwood Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Case Western Reserve University Affiliated Hospitals | University Hospitals, Cleveland
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Purohit board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Surendar Purohit, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Purohit speak?
Dr. Purohit and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Purohit typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Purohit 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. Purohit. 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)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
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
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Purohit typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Purohit 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. Purohit. 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 Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
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)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 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
Does Dr. Purohit accept my insurance?
Dr. Purohit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 841-3033 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purohit accept in Chelsea, MI?
Dr. Purohit in Chelsea, MI 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Health Plan of Northern Indiana
Spectrum / Priority Health
University of Michigan Health and Covenant HealthCare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Purohit's office located?
Dr. Surendar Purohit's Primary Practice
1600 Commerce Park Dr Ste 100
Chelsea, MI 48118
(517) 841-3033
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Retina Specialists
Member
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Purohit's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purohit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205824547.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purohit?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purohit
What is Dr. Surendar Purohit's specialty?
Dr. Purohit is a Retina Specialist near Chelsea, MI.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. Surendar Purohit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purohit is affiliated with Trinity Health Ann Arbor 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 Surendar Purohit accepting new patients in Chelsea, MI?
Yes, Dr. Surendar Purohit is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Surendar Purohit offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purohit's office at (517) 841-3033 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Surendar Purohit?
Please contact Dr. Purohit's office at (517) 841-3033 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Surendar Purohit have?
Dr. Surendar Purohit is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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