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Dr. Benjamin Mathew, MD

Aurora, IL

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    Who is Dr. Mathew, Ophthalmologist in Aurora, IL?

    Dr. Benjamin Mathew, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mathew is currently affiliated with Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital Riverside. Dr. Mathew is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mathew’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mathew’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Mathew speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Mathew treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Mathew 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. Mathew. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Posterior Subcapsular Polar Age-Related Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Cortical Age-Related Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Back Lens Capsule Cataract
    • Posterior Polar Cataract
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Cortical Cataract
    • Outer Lens Clouding
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25041: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25042: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, left eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Cataract
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage

    Also known as:

    • Double Vision
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Diplopia
    • Seeing double
    • Ghosting vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H532: Diplopia

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage

    Does Dr. Mathew accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mathew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mathew accept in Aurora, IL?

    Dr. Mathew in Aurora, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • SummaCare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mathew's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Mathew's Primary Practice

    1221 N Highland Ave

    Aurora, IL 60506

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    Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital Riverside

    8201 E Riverside Blvd

    Rockford, IL 61114

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    Dr. Benjamin Mathew's Practice 3

    2300 N Rockton Ave

    Rockford, IL 61103

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

    Dr. Mathew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477781466.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mathew?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Mathew's specialty?

    Dr. Mathew is a Ophthalmologist near Aurora, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Mathew to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Mathew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Mathew is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University of Illinois Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Benjamin Mathew accepting new patients in Aurora, IL?

    No, Dr. Benjamin Mathew is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Mathew offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mathew's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Mathew?

    Please contact Dr. Mathew's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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