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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elwood, Retina Specialist in Munster, IN?
Dr. Kevin Elwood, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Munster, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Elwood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elwood’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elwood’s office at (708) 660-8450.
What languages does Dr. Elwood speak?
Dr. Elwood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Elwood treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Elwood 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. Elwood. 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:
- Retinal Detachment with Single Break
- Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
- Traction Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with One Tear
- Single Break Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
- Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
- Pulled Retina Detachment
- Fibrovascular Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy
- Detached retina
- Tractional retinal detachment
- Retina separation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33012: Retinal detachment with single break, left eye
- H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye
- H33021: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, right eye
- H3341: Traction detachment of retina, right eye
- H3342: Traction detachment of retina, left eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
What procedures does Dr. Elwood perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Elwood 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. Elwood. 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:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair (Scleral Buckling)
- Removal of Eye Implant (Back of Eye)
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Scleral Buckling Surgery
- Retinal Reattachment Surgery
- Eye Detachment Repair
- Intraocular Implant Removal
- Posterior Segment Implant Extraction
- Eye Device Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67107: Repair of retinal detachment; scleral buckling (such as lamellar scleral dissection, imbrication or encircling procedure), including, when performed, implant, cryotherapy, photocoagulation, and drainage of subretinal fluid
- 67121: Removal of implanted material, posterior segment; intraocular
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Does Dr. Elwood accept my insurance?
Dr. Elwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 660-8450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elwood accept in Munster, IN?
Dr. Elwood in Munster, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elwood's office located?
Dr. Kevin Elwood's Primary Practice
10110 Donald S Powers Dr Ste 101A
Munster, IN 46321
(708) 660-8450
What is Dr. Elwood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083243802.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elwood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elwood
What is Dr. Kevin Elwood's specialty?
Dr. Elwood is a Retina Specialist near Munster, IN. 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. Elwood to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kevin Elwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elwood is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago, UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Kevin Elwood accepting new patients in Munster, IN?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Elwood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Elwood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elwood's office at (708) 660-8450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Elwood?
Please contact Dr. Elwood's office at (708) 660-8450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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