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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Giovingo, Glaucoma Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Michael Giovingo, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Giovingo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giovingo’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giovingo’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Giovingo?
Dr. Michael Giovingo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Glaucoma Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Giovingo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago, IL community, Dr. Giovingo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Giovingo speak?
Dr. Giovingo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Giovingo typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Giovingo 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. Giovingo. 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.
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Giovingo typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Giovingo 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. Giovingo. 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.
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:
- Glaucoma Laser Treatment (Cyclophotocoagulation)
- Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
- Ciliary body laser
- CPC treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66710: Ciliary body destruction; cyclophotocoagulation, transscleral
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)
Does Dr. Giovingo accept my insurance?
Dr. Giovingo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Giovingo accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Giovingo 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Giovingo's office located?
What is Dr. Giovingo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giovingo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962668624.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giovingo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giovingo
What is Dr. Michael Giovingo's specialty?
Dr. Giovingo is a Glaucoma Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions.
Is this Dr. Michael Giovingo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Giovingo is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il 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
When to see a Glaucoma Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Giovingo accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Giovingo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Giovingo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Giovingo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Giovingo?
Please contact Dr. Giovingo's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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