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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thau, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Avrey Thau, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thau’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thau’s office at (312) 695-3652.
What languages does Dr. Thau speak?
Dr. Thau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Thau treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Thau 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. Thau. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
- Eyelid Disorder
- MGD
- Blocked Eyelid Glands
- Oil Gland Dysfunction of Eyelid
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02889: Meibomian gland dysfunction of unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does Dr. Thau perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Thau 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. Thau. 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Corneal Epithelium Removal
- Corneal Abrasion
- Corneal Curettage
- Eye Surface Scraping
CPT Codes:
- 65435: Removal of corneal epithelium; with or without chemocauterization (abrasion, curettage)
Also known as:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Does Dr. Thau accept my insurance?
Dr. Thau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-3652 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thau accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Thau in Chicago, 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
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thau's office located?
Dr. Avrey Thau's Primary Practice
259 E Erie St Ste 1520
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 695-3652
What is Dr. Thau's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164981916.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thau?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thau
What is Dr. Avrey Thau's specialty?
Dr. Thau is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Chicago, IL. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Thau to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Avrey Thau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thau is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Silver Cross Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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 Avrey Thau accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Avrey Thau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Avrey Thau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thau's office at (312) 695-3652 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Avrey Thau?
Please contact Dr. Thau's office at (312) 695-3652 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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