29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melchionna, Ophthalmologist in West Dundee, IL?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Melchionna?
Dr. Kenneth Melchionna, DO 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. Melchionna empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Dundee, IL community, Dr. Melchionna is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Melchionna go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Ophthalmology Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Alton Ochsner Med Found | Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program
Medical School: University of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo | Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Melchionna board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Melchionna, DO is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Melchionna speak?
Dr. Melchionna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Melchionna typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Melchionna 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. Melchionna. 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
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
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
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Melchionna typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Melchionna 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. Melchionna. 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
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)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
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
Does Dr. Melchionna accept my insurance?
Dr. Melchionna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 426-0227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melchionna accept in West Dundee, IL?
Dr. Melchionna in West Dundee, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
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CMS
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Where is Dr. Melchionna's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Melchionna's Primary Practice
650 Spring Hill Ring Rd Ste 2020
West Dundee, IL 60118
(847) 426-0227
What hospitals are Dr. Melchionna affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Melchionna has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Melchionna's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melchionna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982660866.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melchionna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melchionna