38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Krates, Ophthalmologist in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Stephen Krates, DO is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Krates graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University. Dr. Krates is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krates’s office at (708) 361-7800.
Where did Dr. Krates go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
What languages does Dr. Krates speak?
Dr. Krates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Krates treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Krates 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. Krates. 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
- Cortical Age-Related Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Posterior Subcapsular Polar Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cortical Cataract
- Outer Lens Clouding
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Back Lens Capsule Cataract
- Posterior Polar Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
- H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25042: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, left eye
- H25041: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, right eye
Which procedures does Dr. Krates perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Stephen Krates 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. Krates' office.
Does Dr. Krates accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Krates' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Krates' office located?
Dr. Stephen Krates' Primary Practice
7340 W College Dr Fl Second
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 361-7800
What is Dr. Krates's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629145701.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krates?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krates
What is Dr. Stephen Krates's specialty?
Dr. Krates is a Ophthalmologist near Palos Heights, 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. Krates to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Krates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Krates is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Stephen Krates accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Krates is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Krates offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krates's office at (708) 361-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Krates?
Please contact Dr. Krates's office at (708) 361-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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