30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Abraham, Retina Specialist in Rapid City, SD?
Dr. Prema Abraham, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Rapid City, SD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Abraham graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Ophthalmology. She is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Abraham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abraham’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abraham’s office at (605) 341-2000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Abraham?
Dr. Prema Abraham, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Abraham empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Rapid City/SD community, Dr. Abraham is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Abraham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Wills Eye Hospital, Retina/Vitreous Surgery
Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Ophthalmology | University of Utah Program
Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Is Dr. Abraham board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Prema Abraham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Abraham speak?
Dr. Abraham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Abraham treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Abraham 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. Abraham. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Hole
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Retinal Hole
- Foveal Hole
- Macular Cyst
- Macular Pseudohole
- CME
- Macular swelling
- Fluid in the macula
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
- H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, left eye
- H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
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
What procedures does Dr. Abraham perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Abraham 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. Abraham. 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:
- 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 Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
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
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Does Dr. Abraham accept my insurance?
Dr. Abraham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 341-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abraham accept in Rapid City, SD?
Dr. Abraham in Rapid City, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcelorMittal
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Centene
Medica
Medicare
MedStar Health
NTCA
Sanford Health
State of Tennessee
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Abraham's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Retina Specialists
Member
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Abraham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abraham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063492940.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abraham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abraham
What is Dr. Prema Abraham's specialty?
Dr. Abraham is a Retina Specialist near Rapid City, SD. 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. Contact Dr. Abraham to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Prema Abraham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Abraham is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Monument Health Rapid City 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
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Is Prema Abraham accepting new patients in Rapid City, SD?
Yes, Dr. Prema Abraham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prema Abraham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abraham's office at (605) 341-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Prema Abraham?
Please contact Dr. Abraham's office at (605) 341-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Prema Abraham have?
Dr. Prema Abraham is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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