Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pearlman, Ophthalmologist in Stickney, IL?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pearlman?
Dr. Robert Pearlman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist 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. Pearlman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Disease/Degeneration, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Retinal Detachment, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stickney, IL community, Dr. Pearlman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Pearlman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Mcp Hahnemann Univ, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Pearlman board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Pearlman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Pearlman speak?
Dr. Pearlman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hebrew
- Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Pearlman typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Pearlman 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. Pearlman. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (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
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- 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
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113213: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Edema
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H3581: Retinal edema
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Pearlman typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Pearlman 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. Pearlman. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Injection into Eye Capsule
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
- Tenon's Capsule Injection
- Periocular Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
- 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
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:
- 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
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)
Does Dr. Pearlman accept my insurance?
Dr. Pearlman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 561-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pearlman accept in Stickney, IL?
Dr. Pearlman in Stickney, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
Centene Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pearlman's office located?
Dr. Robert Pearlman's Primary Practice
4401 S Harlem Ave
Stickney, IL 60402
(773) 561-5100
What hospitals are Dr. Pearlman affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Pearlman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Pearlman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pearlman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124088091.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pearlman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pearlman