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Dr. Kara Schultz, MD

Arlington Heights, IL

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Schultz, Glaucoma Specialist in Arlington Heights, IL?

    Dr. Kara Schultz, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Arlington Heights, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Schultz graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed her residency at Saint Louis University. Dr. Schultz is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schultz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schultz’s office.

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

    • Residency: Saint Louis University

    • Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    What languages does Dr. Schultz speak?

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

    • English

    • Polish

    What conditions does Dr. Schultz treat?

    As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Schultz 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. Schultz. 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:

    • 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:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • POAG
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma Suspect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
    • H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
    • H40011: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, right eye

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Allergic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral

    Does Dr. Schultz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schultz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schultz accept in Arlington Heights, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Essence Healthcare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Schultz's office located?

    Dr. Kara Schultz's Primary Practice

    3030 W Salt Creek Ln Ste 300

    Arlington Heights, IL 60005

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    Dr. Kara Schultz's Practice 2

    1670 Capital St Ste 100

    Elgin, IL 60124

    (847) 888-2020

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    Dr. Kara Schultz's Practice 3

    7600 W College Dr

    Palos Heights, IL 60463

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

    Dr. Schultz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629276118.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schultz?

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

    What is Dr. Kara Schultz's specialty?

    Dr. Schultz is a Glaucoma Specialist near Arlington Heights, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Schultz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kara Schultz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Schultz 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 Kara Schultz accepting new patients in Arlington Heights, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Kara Schultz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kara Schultz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schultz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kara Schultz?

    Please contact Dr. Schultz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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