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Who is Dr. Chiranand, Retina Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Paulpoj Chiranand, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chiranand is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiranand’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiranand’s office at (312) 567-2795.
What languages does Dr. Chiranand speak?
Dr. Chiranand and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chiranand treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Chiranand 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. Chiranand. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Right Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Right Eye
- Advanced Retina Damage Right Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Right Eye
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
- Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetic Macular Edema
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113411: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Which procedures does Dr. Chiranand perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paulpoj Chiranand may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chiranand's office.
Does Dr. Chiranand accept my insurance?
Dr. Chiranand accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 567-2795 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chiranand accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Chiranand in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthSmart
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chiranand's office located?
Dr. Paulpoj Chiranand's Primary Practice
2600 S Michigan Ave Ste 212
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 567-2795
What is Dr. Chiranand's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chiranand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639377260.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chiranand?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chiranand
What is Dr. Paulpoj Chiranand's specialty?
Dr. Chiranand is a Retina Specialist near Chicago, IL. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Chiranand to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paulpoj Chiranand affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chiranand is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Edward Hines Junior 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Paulpoj Chiranand accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Paulpoj Chiranand is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paulpoj Chiranand offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chiranand's office at (312) 567-2795 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paulpoj Chiranand?
Please contact Dr. Chiranand's office at (312) 567-2795 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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