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Who is Dr. Shepherd, Retina Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Emily Shepherd, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Shepherd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shepherd’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shepherd’s office at (312) 942-2117.
What languages does Dr. Shepherd speak?
Dr. Shepherd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shepherd treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Shepherd 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. Shepherd. 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:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Hole
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Retinal Hole
- Foveal Hole
- Macular Cyst
- Macular Pseudohole
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, left eye
- H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Single Break
- Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
- Retinal Detachment
- Traction Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with One Tear
- Single Break Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
- Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
- Detached retina
- Tractional retinal detachment
- Retina separation
- Pulled Retina Detachment
- Fibrovascular Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye
- H33012: Retinal detachment with single break, left eye
- H33021: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, right eye
- H3342: Traction detachment of retina, left eye
- H3341: Traction detachment of retina, right eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Lattice Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Lattice Degeneration
- Retinal Lattice
- Peripheral Retinal Thinning
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
- Retinal Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33311: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, right eye
Also known as:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33312: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, left eye
Which procedures does Dr. Shepherd perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Emily Shepherd may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shepherd's office.
Does Dr. Shepherd accept my insurance?
Dr. Shepherd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-2117 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shepherd accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Shepherd 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shepherd's office located?
Dr. Emily Shepherd's Primary Practice
1725 W Harrison St Ste 906
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-2117
What is Dr. Shepherd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shepherd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740773928.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shepherd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shepherd
What is Dr. Emily Shepherd's specialty?
Dr. Shepherd is a Retina Specialist near Chicago, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Shepherd to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emily Shepherd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shepherd is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Rush University Medical Center 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 Emily Shepherd accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Emily Shepherd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emily Shepherd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (312) 942-2117 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emily Shepherd?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (312) 942-2117 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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