23 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Vajaranant, Ophthalmologist in Chicago, IL?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vajaranant?
Dr. Thasarat Vajaranant, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Vajaranant empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago, IL community, Dr. Vajaranant is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Vajaranant go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Faculty of Medicine At Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok
Is Dr. Vajaranant board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Thasarat Vajaranant, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Vajaranant speak?
Dr. Vajaranant and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Thai
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Vajaranant typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Vajaranant 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. Vajaranant. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Vajaranant typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Vajaranant 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. Vajaranant. 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:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
Does Dr. Vajaranant accept my insurance?
Dr. Vajaranant accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 996-6590 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vajaranant accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Vajaranant in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Vajaranant's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Vajaranant affiliated with?
Dr. Vajaranant has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Vajaranant's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vajaranant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700808763.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vajaranant?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vajaranant