18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Bhat, Ophthalmologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Pooja Bhat, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Bhat is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhat’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhat’s office at (312) 996-6550.
Where did Dr. Bhat go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Lokmanyatilak Municipal Hosp
What languages does Dr. Bhat speak?
Dr. Bhat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bhat treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bhat 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. Bhat. 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:
- Chronic Iridocyclitis
- Iridocyclitis
- Acute Iridocyclitis
- Posterior Eye Inflammation
- Eye Disease
- Retinal Disorder
- Chronic Uveitis
- Long-term Eye Inflammation
- Persistent Iritis
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
- Acute Uveitis
- Sudden Eye Inflammation
- Iritis
- Ciliary Body Inflammation
- Inflammation of the Back of the Eye
- Pars Planitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2013: Chronic iridocyclitis, bilateral
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
- H2011: Chronic iridocyclitis, right eye
- H2000: Unspecified acute and subacute iridocyclitis
- H3023: Posterior cyclitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Scleritis
- Eye Disease
- Inflammation of the sclera
- White of the eye inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H15003: Unspecified scleritis, bilateral
- H15001: Unspecified scleritis, right eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Degeneration
- CME
- Macular swelling
- Fluid in the macula
- Macular Swelling
- Retinal Edema
- Fluid in Macula
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
- H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Retinal Vasculitis
- Retinal Disorder
- Inflammation of Retinal Blood Vessels
- Eye Vasculitis
- Retinal Vessel Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35063: Retinal vasculitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Which procedures does Dr. Bhat perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Pooja Bhat 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. Bhat's office.
Does Dr. Bhat accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 996-6550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhat accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Bhat 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Bhat's office located?
What is Dr. Bhat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457509358.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhat
What is Dr. Pooja Bhat's specialty?
Dr. Bhat is a Ophthalmologist near Chicago, 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. Bhat to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pooja Bhat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bhat 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 Pooja Bhat accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Pooja Bhat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pooja Bhat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhat's office at (312) 996-6550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pooja Bhat?
Please contact Dr. Bhat's office at (312) 996-6550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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