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Dr. Gerardo Parada, MD

Dr. Gerardo Parada, MD

Marietta, GA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Parada, Ophthalmologist in Marietta, GA?

    Dr. Gerardo Parada, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Marietta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Parada graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at Nassau Co Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Parada is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parada’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parada’s office at (770) 425-1341.

    Where did Dr. Parada go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Nassau Co Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine | Nassau University Medical Center | Nassau University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny | State University of New York / Health Science Center At Stony Brook | State University of New York Upstate Medical University

    Is Dr. Parada board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gerardo Parada, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Parada speak?

    Dr. Parada and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Parada treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Parada 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. Parada. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye

    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
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage

    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:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Does Dr. Parada accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 425-1341 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Parada accept in Marietta, GA?

    Dr. Parada in Marietta, 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

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Parada's office located?

    Dr. Gerardo Parada's Primary Practice

    130 Vann St NE Ste 230

    Marietta, GA 30060

    (770) 425-1341

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    Dr. Gerardo Parada's Practice 2

    550 Peachtree St NE Ste 1500

    Atlanta, GA 30308

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

    Dr. Parada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407820194.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parada?

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

    What is Dr. Gerardo Parada's specialty?

    Dr. Parada is a Ophthalmologist near Marietta, 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. Parada to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gerardo Parada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Parada is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical 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

    Where can I learn more about Ophthalmologist?

    Explore Ophthalmologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Gerardo Parada accepting new patients in Marietta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Gerardo Parada is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerardo Parada offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parada's office at (770) 425-1341 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gerardo Parada?

    Please contact Dr. Parada's office at (770) 425-1341 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gerardo Parada have?

    Dr. Gerardo Parada is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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