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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krishnan, Glaucoma Specialist in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Chandrasekharan Krishnan, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Krishnan completed his residency at Tufts Med Center. Dr. Krishnan is fluent in English, Chinese, Creoles and pidgins, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishnan’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishnan’s office at (617) 636-1183.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Krishnan?
Dr. Chandrasekharan Krishnan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Glaucoma Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Krishnan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cambridge, MA community, Dr. Krishnan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Krishnan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tufts Med Center
Is Dr. Krishnan board certified as a Glaucoma Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Chandrasekharan Krishnan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Krishnan speak?
Dr. Krishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
Creoles and pidgins
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Krishnan typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Krishnan 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. Krishnan. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Krishnan typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Krishnan 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. Krishnan. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure Surgery
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
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
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
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
Does Dr. Krishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Krishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-1183 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krishnan accept in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Krishnan in Cambridge, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EyeMed
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Krishnan's office located?
Dr. Chandrasekharan Krishnan's Primary Practice
725 Concord Ave Ste 2200
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 636-1183
What is Dr. Krishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548225139.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krishnan
What is Dr. Chandrasekharan Krishnan's specialty?
Dr. Krishnan is a Glaucoma Specialist near Cambridge, MA.
What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions.
Is this Dr. Chandrasekharan Krishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krishnan is affiliated with Tufts 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
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Is Chandrasekharan Krishnan accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?
Yes, Dr. Chandrasekharan Krishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chandrasekharan Krishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krishnan's office at (617) 636-1183 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chandrasekharan Krishnan?
Please contact Dr. Krishnan's office at (617) 636-1183 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chandrasekharan Krishnan have?
Dr. Chandrasekharan Krishnan is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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