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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kang, Glaucoma Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Jessica Kang, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Kang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kang’s office at (312) 695-8150.
What languages does Dr. Kang speak?
Dr. Kang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Kang typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Kang 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. Kang. 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:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Kang typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Kang 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. Kang. 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:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
- 65820: Goniotomy
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:
- Glaucoma Laser Treatment (Cyclophotocoagulation)
- Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
- Ciliary body laser
- CPC treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66710: Ciliary body destruction; cyclophotocoagulation, transscleral
Does Dr. Kang accept my insurance?
Dr. Kang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-8150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kang accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Kang in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kang's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Kang affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Kang has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Kang's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891184669.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kang
What is Dr. Jessica Kang's specialty?
Dr. Kang is a Glaucoma Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions.
Is Dr. Jessica Kang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kang is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial 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
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Is Dr. Jessica Kang accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Kang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jessica Kang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kang's office at (312) 695-8150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jessica Kang?
Please contact Dr. Kang's office at (312) 695-8150 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Kang's office located?
Dr. Kang's office is located in Chicago, IL.
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