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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silas, Ophthalmologist in Crown Point, IN?
Dr. Megan Rose Silas, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Crown Point, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Silas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silas’s office at (708) 798-6633.
What languages does Dr. Silas speak?
Dr. Silas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Silas typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Silas 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. Silas. 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:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Chalazion
- Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Drooping
- Upper Eyelid Sagging
- Fallen Eyelid
- Meibomian cyst
- Eyelid cyst
- Stye-like bump
- Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
- Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
- Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid
- Eyelid Problems
- Eyelid Conditions
- Blepharitis
- Stye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H0014: Chalazion left upper eyelid
- H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid
- H029: Unspecified disorder of eyelid
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Silas typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Silas 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. Silas. 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:
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Chalazion Removal
- Ptosis Repair (Fasanella-Servat Type)
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Levator Resection for Ptosis
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
CPT Codes:
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
- 67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Silas accept my insurance?
Dr. Silas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 798-6633 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silas accept in Crown Point, IN?
Dr. Silas in Crown Point, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Silas' office located?
Dr. Megan Rose Silas' Primary Practice
9797 Massachusetts St
Crown Point, IN 46307
(708) 798-6633
What is Dr. Silas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821450578.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silas
What is Dr. Megan Rose Silas's specialty?
Dr. Silas is a Ophthalmologist near Crown Point, IN.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.
Is this Dr. Megan Rose Silas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silas is affiliated with Franciscan Health Crown Point, Silver Cross Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial 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 Megan Rose Silas accepting new patients in Crown Point, IN?
Yes, Dr. Megan Rose Silas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Megan Rose Silas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silas's office at (708) 798-6633 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Megan Rose Silas?
Please contact Dr. Silas's office at (708) 798-6633 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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