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Who is Dr. Wilgucki, Retina Specialist in Maywood, IL?
Dr. John Wilgucki, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Maywood, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wilgucki is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilgucki’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilgucki’s office at (888) 584-7888.
What languages does Dr. Wilgucki speak?
Dr. Wilgucki and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Wilgucki typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Wilgucki 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. Wilgucki. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Wilgucki typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Wilgucki 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. Wilgucki. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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. Wilgucki accept my insurance?
Dr. Wilgucki accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 584-7888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wilgucki accept in Maywood, IL?
Dr. Wilgucki in Maywood, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wilgucki's office located?
What is Dr. Wilgucki's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wilgucki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932587656.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilgucki?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wilgucki
What is Dr. John Wilgucki's specialty?
Dr. Wilgucki is a Retina Specialist near Maywood, 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. John Wilgucki affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wilgucki is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Rush University Medical Center, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Ascension Alexian Brothers (elk Grove Village, Il) 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 John Wilgucki accepting new patients in Maywood, IL?
Yes, Dr. John Wilgucki is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Wilgucki offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wilgucki's office at (888) 584-7888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Wilgucki?
Please contact Dr. Wilgucki's office at (888) 584-7888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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