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Dr. Christy Harvey, MD

Des Plaines, IL

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    Who is Dr. Harvey, Ophthalmologist in Des Plaines, IL?

    Dr. Christy Harvey, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Des Plaines, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Harvey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harvey’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harvey’s office at (816) 792-1900.

    What languages does Dr. Harvey speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Harvey treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Harvey 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. Harvey. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Drusen
    • Cystoid Macular Edema
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Retinal Drusen
    • Yellow Spots on Retina
    • Age-Related Macular Drusen
    • Drusen in Eye
    • CME
    • Macular Swelling
    • Retinal Edema
    • Fluid in Macula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
    • H35353: Cystoid macular degeneration, bilateral
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113411: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    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:

    • Retinitis Pigmentosa
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Cone-rod dystrophy
    • Fundus albipunctatus
    • Retinitis pigmentosa
    • RP
    • Rod-Cone Dystrophy
    • Pigmentary Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3552: Pigmentary retinal dystrophy

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Hereditary Retinal Dystrophy
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Inherited Retinal Disease
    • Genetic Retinal Disorder
    • Retinal Degeneration
    • Familial Retinal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3550: Unspecified hereditary retinal dystrophy

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H524: Presbyopia

    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

    Does Dr. Harvey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harvey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 792-1900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harvey accept in Des Plaines, IL?

    Dr. Harvey in Des Plaines, 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Fox Valley Medicine

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Harvey's office located?

    Dr. Christy Harvey's Primary Practice

    2454 E Dempster St Ste 400

    Des Plaines, IL 60016

    (816) 792-1900

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    Dr. Christy Harvey's Practice 2

    40W330 Lafox Rd Unit A

    Saint Charles, IL 60175

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    Dr. Christy Harvey's Practice 3

    750 Fletcher Dr Ste 106

    Elgin, IL 60123

    (847) 695-0499

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

    Dr. Harvey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417390584.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harvey?

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

    What is Dr. Christy Harvey's specialty?

    Dr. Harvey is a Ophthalmologist near Des Plaines, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Harvey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christy Harvey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Harvey is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Christy Harvey accepting new patients in Des Plaines, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Christy Harvey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christy Harvey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harvey's office at (816) 792-1900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christy Harvey?

    Please contact Dr. Harvey's office at (816) 792-1900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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