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Who is Dr. Patel, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Wheaton, IL?
Dr. Krishna Patel, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wheaton, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office.
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Patel treat?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Patel 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. Patel. 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:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Turning Outward
- Eyelid Disorder
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Drooping
- Upper Eyelid Sagging
- Fallen Eyelid
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Everted Eyelid
- Eyelid Eversion
- Senile Ectropion
- Spastic Ectropion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02401: Unspecified ptosis of right eyelid
- H02402: Unspecified ptosis of left eyelid
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02132: Senile ectropion of right lower eyelid
Also known as:
- Eye Disease
- Other Eye Disorder
- Eye Conditions
- Vision Problems
- Orbital Disorders
- Various Eye Conditions
- Miscellaneous Eye Problems
- Uncommon Eye Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- H0589: Other disorders of orbit
- H5789: Other specified disorders of eye and adnexa
Also known as:
- Blocked tear duct
- Tears
- Nasolacrimal duct obstruction
- Dacryostenosis
- Tear duct blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04552: Acquired stenosis of left nasolacrimal duct
What procedures does Dr. Patel perform?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Patel 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. Patel. 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:
- Ptosis Repair (Fasanella-Servat Type)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Levator Resection for Ptosis
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
CPT Codes:
- 67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Bypass Surgery (DCR)
- Dacryocystorhinostomy
- Blocked Tear Duct Surgery
- Lacrimal Sac to Nasal Cavity Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 68720: Dacryocystorhinostomy (fistulization of lacrimal sac to nasal cavity)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Eye Socket Lesion Removal
- Orbitotomy
- Orbital Tumor Removal
- Eye Socket Growth Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67412: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of lesion
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
- Facial Skin Graft
- Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
- Full Thickness Graft for Face
- Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
CPT Codes:
- 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Temporal Artery Biopsy or Ligation
- Head Artery Biopsy
- Giant Cell Arteritis Biopsy
- Temporal Artery Tie-Off
CPT Codes:
- 37609: Ligation or biopsy, temporal artery
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Wheaton, IL?
Dr. Patel 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
What is Dr. Patel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477972412.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patel
What is Dr. Krishna Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Wheaton, IL. A physician specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery. This subspecialty involves both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose, and treat conditions affecting the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems, and the surrounding structures of the face and neck. Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Krishna Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital 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 Krishna Patel accepting new patients in Wheaton, IL?
No, Dr. Krishna Patel is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Krishna Patel offer online booking?
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