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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhou, Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist in Wheaton, IL?
Dr. Mei Zhou, MD is an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Wheaton, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zhou is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhou’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhou’s office at (630) 668-8250.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zhou?
Dr. Mei Zhou, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist 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. Zhou empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Uveitis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Wheaton, IL community, Dr. Zhou is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Zhou speak?
Dr. Zhou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist like Dr. Zhou typically treat?
As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Zhou 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. Zhou. 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:
- Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Iridocyclitis
- Acute Iridocyclitis
- Eye Disease
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
- Acute Uveitis
- Sudden Eye Inflammation
- Iritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
- H2000: Unspecified acute and subacute iridocyclitis
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
What procedures does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist like Dr. Zhou typically perform?
As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Zhou 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. Zhou. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
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)
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
Does Dr. Zhou accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 668-8250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhou accept in Wheaton, IL?
Dr. Zhou in Wheaton, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zhou's office located?
What is Dr. Zhou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932531407.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhou
What is Dr. Mei Zhou's specialty?
Dr. Zhou is a Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist near Wheaton, IL.
What does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of intraocular inflammation, scleritis, keratitis, and infectious disorders focuses on managing inflammatory conditions affecting the eye, adnexa, and orbit. This specialist utilizes medical and surgical interventions to address these complex ocular issues.
Is this Dr. Mei Zhou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhou is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage 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
When to see an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mei Zhou accepting new patients in Wheaton, IL?
Yes, Dr. Mei Zhou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mei Zhou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhou's office at (630) 668-8250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mei Zhou?
Please contact Dr. Zhou's office at (630) 668-8250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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