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Dr. Joseph Chacko, MD

Ophthalmologist, Neuro-ophthalmologist

Little Rock, AR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chacko, Ophthalmologist in Little Rock, AR?

    Dr. Joseph Chacko, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chacko completed his residency at Medical College Georgia Hospital and Clinics. Dr. Chacko is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chacko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chacko’s office at (501) 686-8000.

    Where did Dr. Chacko go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Medical College Georgia Hospital and Clinics

    Is Dr. Chacko board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Chacko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Chacko speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Chacko typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chacko 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. Chacko. 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:

    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Disease
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension

    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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Optic Atrophy
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Miscellaneous optic nerve wasting
    • Unspecified optic nerve degeneration
    • Different types of optic atrophy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H47293: Other optic atrophy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
    • Myasthenia Gravis
    • MG without Flare-up
    • Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
    • Chronic MG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Chacko typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chacko 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. Chacko. 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
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    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)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
    • Trichiasis Epilation
    • Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
    • Ingrown Eyelash Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only

    Also known as:

    • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
    • Botox for facial spasms
    • Facial nerve chemodenervation
    • Blepharospasm treatment
    • Hemifacial spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Therapeutic Spinal Puncture
    • CSF Drainage
    • Lumbar Puncture for Fluid Drainage
    • Guided Spinal Tap

    CPT Codes:

    • 62329: Spinal puncture, therapeutic, for drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (by needle or catheter); with fluoroscopic or CT guidance

    Also known as:

    • Temporal Artery Biopsy or Ligation
    • Head Artery Biopsy
    • Giant Cell Arteritis Biopsy
    • Temporal Artery Tie-Off

    CPT Codes:

    • 37609: Ligation or biopsy, temporal artery

    Does Dr. Chacko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chacko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 686-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chacko accept in Little Rock, AR?

    Dr. Chacko in Little Rock, AR 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthSmart

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Arkansas

    • State of Illinois

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

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    Where is Dr. Chacko's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Chacko's Primary Practice

    4301 W Markham St

    Little Rock, AR 72205

    (501) 686-8000

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    Dr. Joseph Chacko's Practice 2

    1 Childrens Way

    Little Rock, AR 72202

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

    Dr. Chacko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487744975.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chacko?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Chacko's specialty?

    Dr. Chacko is an Ophthalmologist near Little Rock, AR.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

    Is Dr. Joseph Chacko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chacko is affiliated with Uams Medical Center, St. Bernards 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 Dr. Joseph Chacko accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Chacko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Chacko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chacko's office at (501) 686-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Chacko?

    Please contact Dr. Chacko's office at (501) 686-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chacko's office located?

    Dr. Chacko's office is located in Little Rock, AR.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Chacko have?

    Dr. Joseph Chacko is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.