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Who is Dr. Epstein, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Highland Park, IL?
Dr. Rachel Epstein, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Highland Park, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Epstein is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Epstein’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Epstein’s office at (847) 432-6010.
What languages does Dr. Epstein speak?
Dr. Epstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Epstein treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Epstein 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. Epstein. 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
- Right Eye Cataract Surgery Status
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Right Eye Cataract Removal
- Post-Cataract Surgery Right Eye
- Right Eye Lens Replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- Z9841: Cataract extraction status, right eye
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Cone-shaped Cornea
- Corneal Thinning Disorder
- Bulging Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18613: Keratoconus, stable, bilateral
- H18623: Keratoconus, unstable, bilateral
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H179: Unspecified corneal scar and opacity
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
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:
- Hereditary Corneal Dystrophies
- Corneal Disorder
- Genetic Corneal Disorders
- Inherited Corneal Conditions
- Familial Eye Dystrophies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18593: Other hereditary corneal dystrophies, bilateral
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Rosacea
- Facial redness
- Adult acne
- Rosy cheeks condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L719: Rosacea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blepharitis
- Eyelid Disorder
- Inflamed eyelids
- Eyelid margin inflammation
- Crusty eyelids
- Eyelid irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H01001: Unspecified blepharitis right upper eyelid
Which procedures does Dr. Epstein perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rachel Epstein 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. Epstein's office.
Does Dr. Epstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Epstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 432-6010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Epstein accept in Highland Park, IL?
Dr. Epstein in Highland Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Epstein's office located?
Dr. Rachel Epstein's Primary Practice
806 Central Ave Ste 300
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 432-6010
What is Dr. Epstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Epstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164863353.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Epstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Epstein
What is Dr. Rachel Epstein's specialty?
Dr. Epstein is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Highland Park, IL. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Epstein to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rachel Epstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Epstein 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 Rachel Epstein accepting new patients in Highland Park, IL?
No, Dr. Rachel Epstein is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Epstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Epstein's office at (847) 432-6010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Epstein?
Please contact Dr. Epstein's office at (847) 432-6010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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