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Who is Dr. Singh, Ophthalmologist in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Akhilesh Singh, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Singh completed his residency at Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY. Dr. Singh is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Singh’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Singh’s office at (718) 544-5533.
Where did Dr. Singh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Cooper University Hospital
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Singh board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Akhilesh Singh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Singh speak?
Dr. Singh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Singh treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Singh 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. Singh. 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:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, 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:
- Blepharitis
- Eyelid Disorder
- Inflamed eyelids
- Eyelid margin inflammation
- Crusty eyelids
- Eyelid irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H01002: Unspecified blepharitis right lower eyelid
- H01001: Unspecified blepharitis right upper eyelid
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:
- Macular Drusen
- Macular Degeneration
- Retinal Drusen
- Yellow Spots on Retina
- Age-Related Macular Drusen
- Drusen in Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Intraretinal Microvascular Abnormality
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinal arterial macroaneurysm with supravalvular pulmonic stenosis
- Retinal Microvascular Issues
- Abnormal Small Retinal Vessels
- Retinal Vascular Malformations
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3509: Other intraretinal microvascular abnormalities
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blepharitis
- Eyelid Disorder
- Eyelid Inflammation
- Crusty Eyelids
- Eyelid Margin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H01009: Unspecified blepharitis unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Singh perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Akhilesh Singh 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. Singh's office.
Does Dr. Singh accept my insurance?
Dr. Singh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 544-5533 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Singh accept in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Singh in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
MetroPlus
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Singh's office located?
Dr. Akhilesh Singh's Primary Practice
11050 71st Rd Ste 1J
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(718) 544-5533
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Akhilesh Singh?
Dr. Singh has appointments available at his Forest Hills, NY office. Please select a date and time below.
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What is Dr. Singh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Singh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578535837.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Singh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Singh
What is Dr. Akhilesh Singh's specialty?
Dr. Singh is a Ophthalmologist near Forest Hills, NY. 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. Singh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akhilesh Singh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Singh 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
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Is Akhilesh Singh accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?
Yes, Dr. Akhilesh Singh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akhilesh Singh offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Singh, or call (718) 544-5533 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Akhilesh Singh?
Please contact Dr. Singh's office at (718) 544-5533 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Akhilesh Singh have?
Dr. Akhilesh Singh is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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