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Who is Dr. Galasso, Retina Specialist in Des Plaines, IL?
Dr. John Galasso, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Plaines, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Galasso graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Loyola University Med Center. Dr. Galasso is fluent in English, German, Lithuanian, Polish, Russian, and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Galasso’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galasso’s office.
Where did Dr. Galasso go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola University Med Center
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Galasso board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Galasso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Galasso speak?
Dr. Galasso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Lithuanian
Polish
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Galasso treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Galasso 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. Galasso. 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
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Right Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
- Advanced Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Right Eye
- Advanced Retina Damage Right Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Right Eye
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- Advanced diabetic eye disease
- Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
- New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
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
- E113412: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113411: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113592: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
- E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
Also known as:
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
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
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Galasso perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Galasso 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. Galasso's office.
Does Dr. Galasso accept my insurance?
Dr. Galasso 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. Galasso accept in Des Plaines, IL?
Dr. Galasso in Des Plaines, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Northshore University Healthsystem
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Galasso's office located?
What is Dr. Galasso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Galasso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588600647.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galasso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Galasso
What is Dr. John Galasso's specialty?
Dr. Galasso is a Retina Specialist near Des Plaines, 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. Galasso to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Galasso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Galasso is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Endeavor Health Edward Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 John Galasso accepting new patients in Des Plaines, IL?
No, Dr. John Galasso is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Galasso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Galasso's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Galasso?
Please contact Dr. Galasso's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Galasso have?
Dr. John Galasso is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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