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Who is Dr. Farah, Retina Specialist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Samer Farah, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Farah is fluent in English, Albanian, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farah’s office at (718) 823-0820.
Is Dr. Farah board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Samer Farah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Farah speak?
Dr. Farah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Albanian
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Farah treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Farah 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. Farah. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113213: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113212: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353222: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353212: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, 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:
- Peripheral Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinal Thinning
- Peripheral Retinal Disease
- Eye Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3540: Unspecified peripheral retinal degeneration
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
Which procedures does Dr. Farah perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Samer Farah 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. Farah's office.
Does Dr. Farah accept my insurance?
Dr. Farah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 823-0820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farah accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Farah in Bronx, 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
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Farah's office located?
Dr. Samer Farah's Primary Practice
3250 Westchester Ave Ste 203A
Bronx, NY 10461
(718) 823-0820
What is Dr. Farah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790746220.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farah
What is Dr. Samer Farah's specialty?
Dr. Farah is a Retina Specialist near Bronx, NY. 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. Farah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samer Farah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Farah 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Samer Farah accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Samer Farah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samer Farah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farah's office at (718) 823-0820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samer Farah?
Please contact Dr. Farah's office at (718) 823-0820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samer Farah have?
Dr. Samer Farah is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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