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Who is Dr. Wessel, Retina Specialist in Niles, IL?
Dr. Matthew Wessel, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Niles, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wessel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wessel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wessel’s office at (847) 297-8900.
What languages does Dr. Wessel speak?
Dr. Wessel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wessel treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Wessel 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. Wessel. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Drusen
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Retinal Drusen
- Yellow Spots on Retina
- Age-Related Macular Drusen
- Drusen in Eye
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H4313: Vitreous hemorrhage, bilateral
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- 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
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Hemorrhage
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Bleeding in Retina
- Eye Bleed
- Retinal Bleeding
- Subretinal Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H3562: Retinal hemorrhage, left eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Which procedures does Dr. Wessel perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Matthew Wessel 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. Wessel's office.
Does Dr. Wessel accept my insurance?
Dr. Wessel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 297-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wessel accept in Niles, IL?
Dr. Wessel in Niles, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Eon Health
Express Scripts
Family Health Network
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Wessel's office located?
Dr. Matthew Wessel's Primary Practice
8780 W Golf Rd Ste 304
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 297-8900
What is Dr. Wessel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wessel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750549788.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wessel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wessel
What is Dr. Matthew Wessel's specialty?
Dr. Wessel is a Retina Specialist near Niles, IL. 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. Wessel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Wessel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wessel 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 Matthew Wessel accepting new patients in Niles, IL?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Wessel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Wessel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wessel's office at (847) 297-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Wessel?
Please contact Dr. Wessel's office at (847) 297-8900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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