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Who is Dr. Stern, Retina Specialist in Elmhurst, IL?
Dr. Hudson Stern, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Stern is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stern’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stern’s office at (312) 864-6000.
What languages does Dr. Stern speak?
Dr. Stern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Stern typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Stern 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. Stern. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Stern typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Stern 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. Stern. 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:
- 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:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
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
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Does Dr. Stern accept my insurance?
Dr. Stern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 864-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stern accept in Elmhurst, IL?
Dr. Stern in Elmhurst, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Stern's office located?
Dr. Hudson Stern's Primary Practice
133 E Brush Hill Rd Ste 300
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(312) 864-6000
What is Dr. Stern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285085373.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stern
What is Dr. Hudson Stern's specialty?
Dr. Stern is a Retina Specialist near Elmhurst, IL.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Hudson Stern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stern is affiliated with Osf Healthcare Little Company Of Mary Medical Center, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital, Franciscan Health Dyer which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Hudson Stern accepting new patients in Elmhurst, IL?
Yes, Dr. Hudson Stern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hudson Stern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stern's office at (312) 864-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hudson Stern?
Please contact Dr. Stern's office at (312) 864-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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