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46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tarakji, Ophthalmologist in South Charleston, WV?
Dr. Muhib Tarakji, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in South Charleston, WV. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Tarakji graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Ophthalmology. Dr. Tarakji is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tarakji’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tarakji’s office at (304) 766-2101.
Where did Dr. Tarakji go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Ophthalmology | Albany Medical Center Program
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Is Dr. Tarakji board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Muhib Tarakji, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Tarakji speak?
Dr. Tarakji and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Tarakji treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tarakji 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. Tarakji. 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:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Monocular Esotropia
- Crossed Eyes
- Inward Turning Eye
- Intermittent Walleye
- Monocular Exotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- One Eye Turned In
- Monocular Convergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Esotropia
- Esotropia
- Convergent strabismus
- Inward turning eye
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Intermittent exotropia
- Occasional outward eye turn
- Eyes turn out sometimes
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H50012: Monocular esotropia, left eye
- H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H50332: Intermittent monocular exotropia, left eye
- H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
- H50331: Intermittent monocular exotropia, right eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Low-Tension Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Normal-Tension Glaucoma
- NTG
- Normal Pressure Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401231: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, 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:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Blocked Tear Duct at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Tears
- Congenital Lacrimal Duct Obstruction
- Narrow Tear Duct in Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q105: Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does Dr. Tarakji perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tarakji 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. Tarakji. 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 Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Nasolacrimal duct probing
- Blocked tear duct procedure
- Tear duct irrigation
CPT Codes:
- 68811: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; requiring general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Adjustable Suture Placement for Eye Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery with Adjustable Sutures
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Squint Correction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67335: Placement of adjustable suture(s) during strabismus surgery, including postoperative adjustment(s) of suture(s) (List separately in addition to code for specific strabismus surgery)
Also known as:
- Chalazion Removal
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Tarakji accept my insurance?
Dr. Tarakji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 766-2101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tarakji accept in South Charleston, WV?
Dr. Tarakji in South Charleston, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tarakji's office located?
Dr. Muhib Tarakji's Primary Practice
418 Greenway Ave
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-2101
What is Dr. Tarakji's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tarakji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477513968.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tarakji?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tarakji
What is Dr. Muhib Tarakji's specialty?
Dr. Tarakji is a Ophthalmologist near South Charleston, WV. 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. Tarakji to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Muhib Tarakji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tarakji is affiliated with WVU Medicine Thomas Memorial Hospital, CAMC General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Muhib Tarakji accepting new patients in South Charleston, WV?
Yes, Dr. Muhib Tarakji is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhib Tarakji offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tarakji's office at (304) 766-2101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhib Tarakji?
Please contact Dr. Tarakji's office at (304) 766-2101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Muhib Tarakji have?
Dr. Muhib Tarakji is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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