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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nassar, Ophthalmologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Ahmed Nassar, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Nassar completed his residency at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Nassar is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nassar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nassar’s office at (404) 766-6268.
Where did Dr. Nassar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hospital
What languages does Dr. Nassar speak?
Dr. Nassar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nassar treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Nassar 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. Nassar. 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.
Also known as:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H268: Other specified cataract
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Squamous Blepharitis
- Eyelid Disorder
- Scaly eyelid inflammation
- Dandruff-like eyelids
- Chronic blepharitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H0102B: Squamous blepharitis left eye, upper and lower eyelids
- H0102A: Squamous blepharitis right eye, upper and lower eyelids
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
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
Which procedures does Dr. Nassar perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ahmed Nassar may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nassar's office.
Does Dr. Nassar accept my insurance?
Dr. Nassar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 766-6268 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nassar accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Nassar in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
Truman Medical Centers
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nassar's office located?
Dr. Ahmed Nassar's Primary Practice
777 Cleveland Ave SW Ste 616
Atlanta, GA 30315
(404) 766-6268
What is Dr. Nassar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nassar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740267806.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nassar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nassar
What is Dr. Ahmed Nassar's specialty?
Dr. Nassar is a Ophthalmologist near Atlanta, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Nassar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ahmed Nassar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nassar is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta 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 Ahmed Nassar accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Nassar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed Nassar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nassar's office at (404) 766-6268 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed Nassar?
Please contact Dr. Nassar's office at (404) 766-6268 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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