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Dr. Shweta Chaudhary, MD

Ophthalmologist

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Chaudhary, Ophthalmologist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Shweta Chaudhary, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Chaudhary is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chaudhary’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chaudhary’s office at (718) 696-2583.

    What languages does Dr. Chaudhary speak?

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

    • English
    • Gujarati
    • Hindi

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chaudhary 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. Chaudhary. 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 Diabetic Cataract
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Eye surgery aftercare
    • Ear surgery aftercare
    • Sensory organ recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chaudhary 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. Chaudhary. 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:

    • 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:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Chaudhary accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chaudhary accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 696-2583 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chaudhary accept in Chicago, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Chaudhary's office located?

    Dr. Shweta Chaudhary's Primary Practice

    1901 W Harrison St

    Chicago, IL 60612

    (718) 696-2583

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chaudhary affiliated with?

    Dr. Chaudhary has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Of Cook County,Chicago, IL
    Oak Forest Hospital,Oak Forest, IL
    Provident Hospital Of Cook County,Chicago, IL

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

    Dr. Chaudhary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871947630.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chaudhary?

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

    What is Dr. Shweta Chaudhary's specialty?

    Dr. Chaudhary is an Ophthalmologist near Chicago, 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. Shweta Chaudhary affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Chaudhary is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Of Cook County, Oak Forest Hospital, Provident Hospital Of Cook County. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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. Shweta Chaudhary accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Shweta Chaudhary is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shweta Chaudhary offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chaudhary's office at (718) 696-2583 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shweta Chaudhary?

    Please contact Dr. Chaudhary's office at (718) 696-2583 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chaudhary's office located?

    Dr. Chaudhary's office is located in Chicago, IL.