I regret trusting Dr. Khodabakhsh, who performed a femtolaser assisted cataract surgery on my left eye using a light adjustable lens (LAL) last year. He's supposed to be the best, but his treatment led to months of misery both for my vision and time wasted trying to get reimbursed for procedures that ended up being covered by insurance and being double billed for the lens. While my treated eye is functional, it's not optimal nor what he promised. If you see Dr. K., do not trust him that everything is out of pocket, ask him to submit insurance claims for everything even if he tells you no insurance will ever cover it (it's up to the insurance to determine that) and get a written quote for anything out of pocket. If you end up prepaying for supposedly "noncovered services," make him put in the contract that he will reimburse you the excess should insurance cover the procedure. Pay close attention to your insurance claims so you do not get double billed by Dr. K and the Surgery Center. Also, do not let Dr. K.'s office use your credit card to pay the referring optometrist. Details are as follows: 1) He convinced me to get an expensive LAL lens that would allow him to adjust my vision post-surgery if his prediction of the lens power was off pre-surgery. He did not disclose that he would be making me so farsighted after the surgery that I could not read my phone without holding it 2 feet away! He assumed I knew so he could "fix" the power later. This caused a huge problem between my normal untreated eye and the surgical eye; I ended up getting a needle stick at work a week after the surgery-Dr. K. did not care when I told him. This is not proper informed consent. He also misled me when he said I would not need glasses if I picked the LAL lens; I ended up compromising far vision to get reasonable near vision without reading glasses 2) He told me that the LAL lens, the femtolaser (instead of a traditional scalpel) and the laser treatments to adjust the lens power were not covered by insurance, quoting me $9000 (later discounted to $8000). My research showed that this was about double what others were charging. I decided to proceed since this was for my eye and he was supposed to be the "best." 3) After the surgery, I found out that my insurance covered all of what Dr. K said was out of pocket. My insurance allotted $2100 to the Surgery Center (of which Dr. K is a part owner) for my lens! That meant that I had paid for the lens twice-first to Dr. K. for the lens package before the surgery and then again as part of my coinsurance to the Surgery Center. The Surgery Center eventually gave me back the coinsurance for the lens, but Dr. K.'s office refused to submit an insurance claim for the lens and tried to prevent me from submitting my own claim by saying it would be "medical fraud" for me to claim the lens using Dr. K's tax ID #; since Dr. K did not purchase the lens directly from the manufacturer (he bought the lens from the Surgery Center), he was not allowed to bill insurance for it (but he billed me!). Fortunately, my insurance company helped me get Dr. K's tax ID # (he refused to provide it) and file the claim; insurance approved all the procedure codes (with allowable contracted amounts-about 50% of the out of pocket charge); but Dr. K never gave me back the excess out of pocket charge. 4) He has a suspicious deal with my optometrist. His surgical coordinator called me to charge my credit card $8000 the day before the surgery, but then charged $1000 on my card to my optometrist and $7000 to Dr. K's office. It made it look like I was the one paying the optometrist willingly with my credit card, circumventing the appearance of Dr. K. paying the optometrist for my referral. Dr. K's coordinator kept on trying to get me to see my optometrist for the post-op visits, but I never did. I insisted on following up with Dr. K, but his office blocked that and scheduled me with an optometrist working for Dr. K. However, even if I did see the referring optometrist post-op, he would not have been entitled to the out of pocket payment. Aftercare within 90 days post cataract surgery is covered by the insurance payment for the surgery even if it is provided by an optometrist. Seeing me for a vision check without providing laser treatment on the lens would only allow the optometrist to get paid out of the cataract surgery insurance payment, not a portion of my out of pocket payment. I confronted the referring optometrist who first tried to claim that the yearly routine vision screening paid for by my vision insurance was the "pre-op" for the cataract surgery, but then eventually gave me back the $1000 as he had not participated in the surgery/aftercare. However, he made me sign something saying it was a "system error" as his office does a lot of business/referrals with Dr. K's office. Overall, the most horrid medical experience I have ever had. Stay away unless you want to be deceived, overcharged and disregarded! read more

Absolutely amazing. He explains everything in such detail and in a way that you can understand. And I am very happy with my results. Well worth every penny. read more

His name says it all! In Persian "Khoda" means "God" and "Baksh" means department. So basically Dr. Khodabakhsh is truly a God sent; a gift from God and a true super human! He is personable, caring and exudes competence. He was able to perform my surgery with utmost delicacy and attention. I have been wearing glasses since I was 2 years old and this procedure was nothing short of a life changing experience for me. Dr. Khodabakhsh's credentials are top notch and his personality and professionalism makes you feel at ease. He is the doctor of doctors and is definitely one of the best, if not THE BEST ophthalmologists in Los Angeles. I had zero pain during the entire procedure. I can tell you if you choose him, you are 100% in good hands. His staff is welcoming and friendly too. Thank you Dr. Khodabakhsh for taking care of my eyes. Mojgan K. read more

Amazing, great, caring, and 100% professional from Dr to staff, great organization!

Just wanted to thank @jameskhodabakhsh for his amazing work. Finally glasses free! After multiple consultations from different Lasik surgeons(4). I decided to go with Doc K, truly one of the best surgeons. I already did the research for you if you're considering any refractive surgery. Great bedside manner, great personality, and of course his credentials are top notch. read more

James Khodabakhsh, MD - Ophthalmologists Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

I had my cataract surgery with Dr. Khodabakhsh almost one year ago and my eyes have not been the same ever since. I had perfect distance vision and barely needed glasses for reading. He said your cataract is not bad but if you don't like wearing glasses then we can go ahead and do the surgery and you won't need to wear glasses again. I agreed because I did not like wearing glosses. What he did not mention is the possibilities of lenses not fitting the eye that, how your eyes could be damaged further by the surgery or that your eyes would be burning and tearing for months or the fact that your eyes would need antibiotics for continued infections etc. Yes, I am sure their ton of paperwork they have you sign says all that but they give those papers minutes before you have the surgery. I relied on this doctor to tell me the continued side effect of going through with this surgery. The worst of it is that besides the on going issues I have with my eyes, I still have to wear glasses. I understand that surgeons just want to do surgery because that is how they make more money and that is what they do. but, I believe that money should not be the motivation when a persons wellbeing is at stake. It makes me sad to say all this but, I just do not want want someone else to go through what I have been going through. read more

The BEST ever, truly an amazing doctor and a beautiful human being. He is talented, thoughtful and caring, as well as being a brilliant surgeon read more

On top of trusting him 100% for my vision care, this is probably one of the most professional, kind people I have ever had the privilege to know! We are getting older, and it is a long way for us to drive for our appointments to see him, but it is well worth it! I would recommend him to anyone! read more

What a professional and great doctor his staff is friendly and courteous, and makes me feel like I am priority. Every time I am in the office they make me feel like I am the only one there. All the equipment is new and state of the art. They really are the best! Great team! read more

A few years ago, Dr Khodabakhsh did my second eye cataract surgery. He is an amazing doctor with terrific skills and a wonderful personality. Eye turned out fantastic. Still going strong. Can't recommend him highly enough. He was very helpful in assisting me in figuring out which lens to put in my eye. read more

AMAZING! YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT! 6 months ago I had a LASIK performed by Dr. Khodabakhsh and that has been the best money I have ever spent in my life. After calling around looking for the surgeon that I would trust, I was recommended Dr.Khodabakhsh by a friend. I called and had the sweetest front desk lady explain me everything in detail, answer all my questions and book a consultation. I went to the consultation (which is free) and instantly felt that I was in a right place. Everyone in the office was extremely friendly, professional and helpful. Dr. Khodabakhsh is very knowledgeable and makes you feel important and taken care of as a patient. I never felt rushed or pushed into anything. I decided to go through with the surgery and asked the Doctor to do it as soon as possible. My consultation was on Monday and on that following Wednesday I was already scheduled in for LASIK. Surgery went with no problems and I was done with the whole experience in less than 30 minutes. Doctor provided me with all the medication I would need for after surgery. Next day I woke up and could see! It was a bit blurry but already amazing. The procedure included 4 additional check-ups, during which Doctor made sure that I completely understand where in the process of healing I am. 6 months later, my eyes are amazing. My vision is perfect and I am so happy I went for it, especially with such an amazing Doctor. Realistically, my vision has been amazing ever since 2nd day post surgery and I was able to go back to work 1st day after surgery. Doctor is so great that I will keep coming for yearly check ups regularly. read more

I've been going to Dr Khodabakhsh for over 8-10 years now...I had corrective eye surgery by him, several years back as well, a superior experience. I trust him implicitly and highly recommend him. He is extremely human, kind and very-very efficient. I marvel at his unwavering excellence that he naturally exhibits each and every visit, because that's who he is. My eyes are healthy under his supervision and recommended treatment and that enhances my over all well being. I feel very blessed to have discovered him... read more

Standing ovation for Dr. Khodabaksh. He perform a miracle for my mom very old cataract. he gave her vision back when other doctors refused to perform surgery for her. Highly recommend. read more

Dr. Khodabakhsh is great! I had serious eye problems and he is one of the few doctors I have complete confidence in. Also, I like the way he is very informative and will explain any issue you have. His staff is excellent! Carolyn read more

Excellent, thorough eye professional. Highly recommended for professionalism and courtesy.

Think about what you want in your doctor before you choose. NEVER choose a doctor just because he/she is convenient to your home or office. I am a nurse educator and hospital administrator. I know how a physician should treat his patients. You will be very pleased with Dr. Khodabakhsh's care. You can stop reading and make your appointment, or continue to read my little story. I had an emergency with my eyes recently, waking up with the top layer of my eye stuck to the inside of my eyelid. When I opened my eyes, that layer broke up causing the most extreme pain imaginable. First, I looked at my Blue Cross provider list and found the closest one to my home in the Marina. I called and they took me in. That was a BIG mistake. I left feeling worse, misdiagnosed and with a medication that should never been given to a person in my condition. But this review isn't about what I did wrong, it's about what I did to correct the problem and how very happy I am. I found Dr. Khodabakhsh on Yelp and not on Blue Cross's website (although he actually is a provider, so that was great). He has two offices, one in Beverly Hills and one in Torrance. He's really busy, so you might have to go either early in the morning or get them to fit you in. But this was an emergency, and they allowed me to come in early one morning. His staff is really kind, even to a crying woman like myself. His nurse/assistant put some numbing drops in my eyes immediately. Dr. Khodabakhsh spent the time to examine my eyes over several minutes before telling me what the problem really was, that I did not have "dry eye" as I was told, and we then talked for about ten minutes about what that meant. My husband was in the exam room with me and had questions of his own. Since then, I have been reading everything I can find about my disorder and making a new list of questions to ask the doctor on my follow up visit in two weeks. Best of all, once I stopped the medication that had been prescribed by the other doctor, my condition cleared up very quickly. I know there's no cure for my condition, but with the right information, I can at least manage it in the future. Thank you, Dr. Khodabakhsh and staff. read more

Thank you Dr. Khodabakhsh, Ruby and Christine! You guys are the best! I was refered here and got excellent service and wanted to leave a review about our experience. If you need eye surgery, this is the place! Don't trust your eyes to anyone else! Ruby and Christine went out of their way for us and were there in person from day 1 every step of the way. The Dr was great! Very fast, knowlegable, caring and made us feel very comfortable. He explained everything clearly in a language we can understand. Don't know what else to say but Thank You! Thanks guys Eric & Janet read more

Dr. Jillian Chong is top-notch. She is an excellent surgeon. She is very knowledgeable and professional. Her patience and clear explanations are very much appreciated! read more

Don't you just love it when your doctor finds and fixes issues several others have missed, helps find you the best prices and works with your insurance to get you the lowest payments, provides great, informed service and is just fun to talk to? Oh, that hasn't happened to you??? Well the next time you have eye issues, no I don't mean "I just can't see going into work today!", but some real problems, do yourself a lifetime favor and make an appointment here or in the Beverly Hills office. read more

He is very intelligent and very kind but his staff are AWFUL !! especially his finance department... I wish he had a better staff..

I did my lasik eye surgery with Dr. Khodabakhsh and I was very happy with it. He was very informative and detailed. He made me feel comfortable and I would highly recommend him. read more

Dr. Khodabakhsh is one of Beverly Hills most skilled surgeons, is up to date on the latest and greates surgical equipment and newest procedures. He is very professional, has a calm demeanor and has great bed side manners. His office is warm and inviting and his staff is courteous and knowledgeable. Overall a great experience! read more

I am so happy I did my lasik eye surgery with Dr. Khodabakhsh a few years ago. I have recommended many of my friends in person, so i figured it is about time I do the same on yelp. You won't be disappointed. read more

Who knew I lived in a world of beige? Two weeks ago I had a premium lens put into my left, cloudy eye and a world of color opened up. I never saw such pure white, breathtaking red, electric blue, and colors beyond the rainbow. Sept 10 I had a second premium lens put in my right eye, I now have 20/20 vision, no need for glasses. Yippee! I did support the surgery with a great vitamin and supplement program, the best gift I could have given myself. I am so unbelievably grateful to receive this gift, thanks to the genius hands of Dr. James Khodabakhsh, his assistant Mojgan, and the very professional surgical center staff. Having done a tremendous amount of research on local ophthalmologists, I think 60% are maybe passable, 30% are fine, eight percent are very good, but only two percent are the very best. Dr. K is in that latter category. read more

I am a Physician myself but when I needed my Cataract removed, I called my Personal MD who is also a close friend of mine and he told me to see Dr. James Khodabakhsh in Beverly Hills as my personal MD had his cataract removed by him. I have no words to describe as to how wonderful, professional, personable, polite and skilled Dr Khodabakhsh is. I can say that he is one of top five Best Doctors in United States. I will recommend him to any of my Family and friends. I had to post this for the benefit of people who seek the best. read more

The best. Plain and simple. Great staff too

I just got done yesterday with my second of two procedures for Cataract correction with the first being done in December of last year, I could not be more pleased not only with the results but the overall experience of having Dr. Khodabakhsh as my general eye dr. and my surgeon, his professionalism and bedside manner is second to none. If there is anyone out their that is in need of a great, fantastic and overall good Dr. I highly recommend him, if I had it to do over, he would be my go to Dr. Thank you Dr. Khodabakhsh for giving back my sight, i hope it will also improve my golf game but that may need more than what he can do. Les Short read more

Dr K did my dad's cataract surgery. I googled him and he is one of the best. I was worried because my dad is 87. Dr. K tells me he has done people as old as 100+. My dad had both eyes done with no complications. Short time later (few months) he now has excellent vision whereas before he was legally blind. I highly recommend this doctor. The reviews given to him are not wrong. Very pleased with the work he has done. read more