Who is Dr. Bournias, Ophthalmologist in Chicago, IL?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bournias?
Dr. Thomas Bournias, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bournias empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Glaucoma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago, IL community, Dr. Bournias is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bournias go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Bournias board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Bournias, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Bournias speak?
Dr. Bournias and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bournias typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bournias 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. Bournias. 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:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
Also known as:
- Optic Disc Disorder
- Glaucoma
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic nerve head anomaly
- Optic disc problem
- Disorder of the optic nerve head
- Glaucomatous optic neuropathy
- Eye pressure damage
- Optic nerve damage from glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47393: Other disorders of optic disc, bilateral
- H47233: Glaucomatous optic atrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Alternating Walleye
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
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:
- Macular Drusen
- Macular Degeneration
- Retinal Drusen
- Yellow Spots on Retina
- Age-Related Macular Drusen
- Drusen in Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bournias typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bournias 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. Bournias. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Vitreous Surgery
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Vitreolysis
- laser eye surgery
- vitreous strand removal
- YAG laser vitreolysis
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)
- 67031: Severing of vitreous strands, vitreous face adhesions, sheets, membranes or opacities, laser surgery (1 or more stages)
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
- Tear Duct Opening Dilation
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
- Lacrimal Punctum Dilation
- Tear Duct Widening
- Punctal Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
- 68801: Dilation of lacrimal punctum, with or without irrigation
Also known as:
- Electroretinography (ERG) Eye Test
- ERG Eye Test
- Retinal Function Test
- Pattern Electroretinography
CPT Codes:
- 0509T: Electroretinography (ERG) with interpretation and report, pattern (PERG)
Does Dr. Bournias accept my insurance?
Dr. Bournias accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bournias accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Bournias in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bournias' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Bournias affiliated with?
Dr. Bournias has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Bournias's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bournias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386712180.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bournias?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bournias