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Dr. Harit Bhatt, MD

Ophthalmologist, Retina Specialist

Oak Forest, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bhatt, Ophthalmologist in Oak Forest, IL?

    Dr. Harit Bhatt, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Oak Forest, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bhatt graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary. Dr. Bhatt is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhatt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhatt’s office at (708) 687-2222.

    Where did Dr. Bhatt go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary

    • Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bhatt speak?

    Dr. Bhatt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Gujarati
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bhatt typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bhatt 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. Bhatt. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Lattice Retinal Degeneration
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
    • Lattice Degeneration
    • Retinal Lattice
    • Peripheral Retinal Thinning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
    • H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral

    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

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bhatt typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bhatt 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. Bhatt. 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 Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Retinal photocoagulation
    • Macular edema laser
    • Retina tumor laser treatment
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye (No Stitches)
    • Ocular surface repair with amniotic membrane
    • Eye membrane graft
    • Sutureless amniotic membrane transplant

    CPT Codes:

    • 65778: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures

    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 (Laser)
    • Laser Retinal Repair
    • Photocoagulation for Retina
    • Detached Retina Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67105: Repair of retinal detachment, including drainage of subretinal fluid when performed; photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Bhatt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bhatt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 687-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bhatt accept in Oak Forest, IL?

    Dr. Bhatt in Oak Forest, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • Centene Corporation

    • 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. Bhatt's office located?

    Dr. Harit Bhatt's Primary Practice

    6320 159th St Ste A

    Oak Forest, IL 60452

    (708) 687-2222

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    Dr. Harit Bhatt's Practice 2

    7456 S State Rd Ste 103

    Bedford Park, IL 60638

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bhatt affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Bhatt has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Advocate Christ Medical Center,Oak Lawn, IL

    What is Dr. Bhatt's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bhatt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447462809.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhatt?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhatt

    What is Dr. Harit Bhatt's specialty?

    Dr. Bhatt is an Ophthalmologist near Oak Forest, IL.

    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 Dr. Harit Bhatt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bhatt is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls 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. Harit Bhatt accepting new patients in Oak Forest, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Harit Bhatt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Harit Bhatt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bhatt's office at (708) 687-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Harit Bhatt?

    Please contact Dr. Bhatt's office at (708) 687-2222 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bhatt's office located?

    Dr. Bhatt's offices are located in Oak Forest, IL and Bedford Park, IL.