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Who is Dr. Scripsema, Ophthalmologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nicole Scripsema, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Scripsema is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scripsema’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scripsema’s office at (312) 996-6590.
What languages does Dr. Scripsema speak?
Dr. Scripsema and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Scripsema treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Scripsema 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. Scripsema. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy and Retinal Detachment
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Retinal Detachment
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Detached Retina from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113531: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with traction retinal detachment not involving the macula, right eye
Also known as:
- Chronic Iridocyclitis
- Iridocyclitis
- Widespread eye inflammation
- Eye Disease
- Chronic Uveitis
- Long-term Eye Inflammation
- Persistent Iritis
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
- Total uveal inflammation
- Inflammation of all eye layers
- Eye inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2013: Chronic iridocyclitis, bilateral
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
- H44113: Panuveitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retinal Neovascularization
- Retinal Vasculitis
- Macular Scars
- Retinal Disorder
- New Blood Vessel Growth in Retina
- Abnormal Retinal Vessels
- Retinal Angiogenesis
- Inflammation of Retinal Blood Vessels
- Eye Vasculitis
- Retinal Vessel Inflammation
- Scars on the Macula
- Retinal Scarring
- Macular Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35051: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, right eye
- H35063: Retinal vasculitis, bilateral
- H31012: Macula scars of posterior pole (postinflammatory) (post-traumatic), left eye
Also known as:
- Panuveitis
- Retina and Choroid Inflammation
- Eye Disease
- Retinal Disorder
- Whole Uvea Inflammation
- Severe Uveitis
- Eye Inflammation
- Chorioretinitis
- Ocular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H44111: Panuveitis, right eye
- H3093: Unspecified chorioretinal inflammation, bilateral
- H3092: Unspecified chorioretinal inflammation, left eye
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Serous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment
- Fluid Retinal Detachment
- Exudative Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
Also known as:
- Other Choroid Disorder
- Eye Disease
- Choroidal Conditions
- Choroid Problems
- Eye Choroid Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H318: Other specified disorders of choroid
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does Dr. Scripsema perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Scripsema 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. Scripsema. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Does Dr. Scripsema accept my insurance?
Dr. Scripsema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 996-6590 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scripsema accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Scripsema 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
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Scripsema's office located?
Dr. Nicole Scripsema's Primary Practice
1855 W Taylor St
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 996-6590
What is Dr. Scripsema's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scripsema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386082261.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scripsema?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scripsema
What is Dr. Nicole Scripsema's specialty?
Dr. Scripsema 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. Scripsema to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicole Scripsema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Scripsema 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 Nicole Scripsema accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Scripsema is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicole Scripsema offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scripsema's office at (312) 996-6590 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicole Scripsema?
Please contact Dr. Scripsema's office at (312) 996-6590 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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