Lillie Mosaddegh MD

Dr. Mosaddegh is one of the most professional medical doctors I have had the privilege to be treated by. She is very reassuring in everything she does. The results so far have been magnificent. I can see distances quite well and can read nicely. These results are prior to any adjustments to my right light adjustable lens. Job well done!

I have been a patient of Dr Mosaddegh for over 2 decades. I have witnessed her and her team grow and mature over the years. She has been my opthamologist for this entire time and I have also seen her for cosmetic Botox, Morpheus 8, and must recently, as the skilled surgeon for my cataract surgery. I have always received exceptional care from Dr Mosaddegh and the rest of the doctors in her practice. I find her team to be friendly, helpful, and honest. At times it’s true that I have had to wait longer than expected for my appointments but this has improved over time and is a lot better now. I also know that it’s because she takes the time each patient needs and I want that for all that choose to trust her with their eye care. I cannot recommend her and her surgical team highly enough!! When I found out I had to have cataract surgery in both eyes last year, I left Kaiser and joined anthem so I could have Dr Mosaddegh do my surgeries. There was no way I’d trust anyone else. I was thrilled with the results and would recommend her to anyone considering this procedure. I opted to pay out of pocket for the panoptix lenses which included precison laser vs scalpel so I don’t have to wear glasses again. It wasn’t cheap but neither is a lifetime of progressive lenses and frames. Thanks to Mosaddegh Eye Care and the amazing team at Eye Surgery Center of San Francisco for taking such amazing care of my eyes!

The care was phenomenal. I have a relatively complex eyes. All of the people that helped me were pleasant and thorough. They put up with me on the eye test, and explained everything clearly. Dr Aguirre took her time, and explained everything to me in a way I could understand. Finally, Angie, at the front desk kept everything straight for me. She took the time to check my insurance that make sure I received the right coverage. She explained all my charges clearly, and kept everything organized for me. I was impressed how Angie and the whole staff kept everything moving with such a busy office.

I’m sharing my experience so others can be aware of the billing structure before scheduling. In 2023, I saw Dr. Mosaddegh for an eye exam and treatment for a stye. The total charge for that visit was over $4,000. Recently — three years later — I received an additional bill for $350 related to that same appointment, which was unexpected and concerning. Dr. Mosaddegh did help resolve the stye at the time, and I appreciated that. However, I was advised to purchase a series of laser treatments to prevent recurrence. I was told this would address the underlying issue. When I returned for the first session, it turned out to be an IPL treatment similar to what I typically receive from my dermatologist, and it was not focused specifically on the eye area. That left me confused about the medical necessity and scope of the treatment being recommended. I ultimately felt uncomfortable with how the services were presented and with the billing follow-up years later. I would encourage prospective patients to ask detailed questions about recommended add-on treatments, medical necessity, and billing timelines before proceeding.

I share this with great disappointment and hope it is helpful to others. It was a truly unfortunate experience where sacred trust was violated. I visited Dr Mosaddegh after call from her office for a standard eye exam. At the appt, was informed I was in need of cataract surgery. The appointment proceeded with a preliminary exam at her West Portal office and proceeded to an in depth examination by her staff and presentation of all available options (surgery and lenses) at her Post st office. After conclusion of both appointments, met with the Dr who clearly informed me that, given condition of eyes and examination, all surgical and lens options were open to me and to make the decision and set surgery appointments. Right eye first and left eye week after. Both appointments were set. I called 2x to request and confirm exact time. Her office also contacted me couple of days prior to reconfirm. I returned from my travels in time and specifically for these appointments. I was also instructed to have my primary conduct an evaluation to insure I was suitable for the surgery. This was completed and all was OK. 22 hours before the appointment, doctors assistant called me to indicate the doctor would like to speak with me. We set a time between noon and 12:30 for the call. Got call at 11:45, catching me another meeting, but took the call. In the call, the doctor informed me that unless I opted for the laser surgery at a cost of $5000 ($2500/eye)she would refuse to do the procedure. Also suggested, strongly, to opt for higher priced lenses. Her explanation was vague and indicated something to so with shape of my eye with strong emphasis on "I want to do what is right". This was in direct contradiction to original assessment and advice and at the proverbial 11th hour. When I indicated, the $5000 would be a financial challenge, her offer was to offer financing and maybe not do both eyes (though presumably needed by her own statements and examination) now but to do one eye now and possibly the other later, year later. This put me in an uncomfortable position of doubting the doctor's advice and feeling this was more about $$ than suitable medical care. I informed her I would be seeking another opinion. I contacted my primary doctor who reviewed data and referred me to a SF renowned ophthalmologist who upon careful examination informed me that my eyes did NOT meet the criteria for cataract surgery at this time. Furthermore, this doctor recommended against laser procedure for this procedure. I was advised to monitor vision and re examine in 1 to 2 years and continue with the eye exam that was due. I would need cataract surgery down the road. In fact, given current eye condition, surgery would not have qualified for insurance coverage. While relieved at the outcome, reinforced my consternation and dismay of my experience w/Dr Mosaddegh. Seemingly, she had used her position as a doctor to recommend unnecessary surgery for financial gain.