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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Richards, Retina Specialist in McHenry, IL?
Dr. Maureen Richards, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in McHenry, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Richards completed her residency at John L Doyne Hosp, Ophthalmology. Dr. Richards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richards’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards’s office at (815) 363-8866.
Where did Dr. Richards go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: John L Doyne Hosp, Ophthalmology
Medical School: Rush Med Coll of Rush University, Chicago Il
Is Dr. Richards board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Maureen Richards, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Richards speak?
Dr. Richards and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Richards treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Richards 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. Richards. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Low-Tension Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Normal-Tension Glaucoma
- NTG
- Low Pressure Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401232: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
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:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
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:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Richards perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Maureen Richards 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. Richards' office.
Does Dr. Richards accept my insurance?
Dr. Richards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 363-8866 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in McHenry, IL?
Dr. Richards in McHenry, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Northshore University Healthsystem
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Richards' office located?
Dr. Maureen Richards' Primary Practice
4314 W Crystal Lake Rd Ste B
McHenry, IL 60050
(815) 363-8866
What is Dr. Richards's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134282122.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richards?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richards
What is Dr. Maureen Richards's specialty?
Dr. Richards is a Retina Specialist near McHenry, IL. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Richards to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maureen Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Richards is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Maureen Richards accepting new patients in McHenry, IL?
Yes, Dr. Maureen Richards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maureen Richards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (815) 363-8866 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maureen Richards?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (815) 363-8866 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maureen Richards have?
Dr. Maureen Richards is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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