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Dr. Max Chikovsky, MD

Orlando, FL

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chikovsky, Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist in Orlando, FL?

    Dr. Max Chikovsky, MD is an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Orlando, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chikovsky is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chikovsky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chikovsky’s office at (407) 893-8200.

    What languages does Dr. Chikovsky speak?

    Dr. Chikovsky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist like Dr. Chikovsky typically treat?

    As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Chikovsky 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. Chikovsky. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage

    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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear 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:

    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Dry Eye Disease
    • Chronic Dry Eye
    • Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral

    What procedures does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist like Dr. Chikovsky typically perform?

    As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Chikovsky 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. Chikovsky. 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 here.

    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)

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Chalazion Removal
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Meibomian Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67800: Excision of chalazion; single

    Does Dr. Chikovsky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chikovsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (407) 893-8200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chikovsky accept in Orlando, FL?

    Dr. Chikovsky in Orlando, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Chikovsky's office located?

    Dr. Max Chikovsky's Primary Practice

    1911 N Mills Ave

    Orlando, FL 32803

    (407) 893-8200

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    Dr. Max Chikovsky's Practice 2

    2257 Semoran Blvd

    Apopka, FL 32703

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    Dr. Max Chikovsky's Practice 3

    35111 US Highway 19 N Ste 102

    Palm Harbor, FL 34684

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    What is Dr. Chikovsky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chikovsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952832883.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chikovsky?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chikovsky

    What is Dr. Max Chikovsky's specialty?

    Dr. Chikovsky is a Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist near Orlando, FL.

    What does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist do?

    An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of intraocular inflammation, scleritis, keratitis, and infectious disorders focuses on managing inflammatory conditions affecting the eye, adnexa, and orbit. This specialist utilizes medical and surgical interventions to address these complex ocular issues.

    Is this Dr. Max Chikovsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chikovsky is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Max Chikovsky accepting new patients in Orlando, FL?

    No, Dr. Max Chikovsky is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Max Chikovsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chikovsky's office at (407) 893-8200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Max Chikovsky?

    Please contact Dr. Chikovsky's office at (407) 893-8200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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