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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 a Retina Specialist like Dr. Wessel typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Wessel typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Wessel 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
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
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
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)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Family Health Network
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
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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.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Matthew Wessel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wessel is affiliated with Advocate Condell Medical Center, Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il), Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital 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
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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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