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Dr. Erika Brewer, MD

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Brewer, Ophthalmologist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Erika Brewer, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. She is board certified. Dr. Brewer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brewer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brewer’s office at (773) 271-3139.

    What languages does Dr. Brewer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Brewer treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Brewer 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. Brewer. 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
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25093: Other age-related incipient cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage

    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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related macular degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Age-Related Macular Degeneration
    • AMD
    • Macular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Scaly eyelid inflammation
    • Dandruff-like eyelids
    • Chronic blepharitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H0102A: Squamous blepharitis right eye, upper and lower eyelids

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Other Refractive Error
    • Refractive Errors
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Unspecified Vision Problem
    • Uncommon Refractive Error
    • Vision Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H526: Other disorders of refraction

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Does Dr. Brewer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brewer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 271-3139 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brewer accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Brewer 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

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brewer's office located?

    Dr. Erika Brewer's Primary Practice

    2740 W Foster Ave Ste 301

    Chicago, IL 60625

    (773) 271-3139

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

    Dr. Brewer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538508726.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brewer?

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

    What is Dr. Erika Brewer's specialty?

    Dr. Brewer 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. Brewer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Erika Brewer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Brewer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Endeavor Health - Swedish 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 Erika Brewer accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Erika Brewer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erika Brewer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brewer's office at (773) 271-3139 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erika Brewer?

    Please contact Dr. Brewer's office at (773) 271-3139 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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