30 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Civantos, Retina Specialist in Harvey, IL?
Dr. Joseph Civantos, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Harvey, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists, VITREOUS SOCIETY, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY, STAFF PRV./RUSH-PRESBYTERIAN/ST. LUKE MED. CTR./CHICAGO,IL, STAFF PRIV./INGALL'S HOSPITAL/HARVERY, ILLINOIS, STAFF PRIV./ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER/JOLIET, ILLINOIS, and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Civantos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Civantos’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Civantos’s office at (708) 596-8710.
Where did Dr. Civantos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Education)
Is Dr. Civantos board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Civantos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Civantos speak?
Dr. Civantos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Civantos treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Civantos 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. Civantos. 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)
- Nonexudative AMD
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
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353114: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, advanced atrophic with subfoveal involvement
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Right Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Right Eye
- Advanced Retina Damage Right Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Right Eye
- Advanced diabetic eye disease
- Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
- New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
- Advanced Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113411: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
- E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113412: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left 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
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
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
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Single Break
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with One Tear
- Single Break Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye
Which procedures does Dr. Civantos perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Civantos 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. Civantos' office.
Does Dr. Civantos accept my insurance?
Dr. Civantos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 596-8710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Civantos accept in Harvey, IL?
Dr. Civantos in Harvey, 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
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Civantos' office located?
Dr. Joseph Civantos' Primary Practice
71 W 156th St Ste 400
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 596-8710
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Retina Specialists
Member
VITREOUS SOCIETY
Member
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
Member
STAFF PRV./RUSH-PRESBYTERIAN/ST. LUKE MED. CTR./CHICAGO,IL
Staff
STAFF PRIV./INGALL'S HOSPITAL/HARVERY, ILLINOIS
Staff
STAFF PRIV./ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER/JOLIET, ILLINOIS
Staff
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Civantos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Civantos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336149053.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Civantos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Civantos
What is Dr. Joseph Civantos's specialty?
Dr. Civantos is a Retina Specialist near Harvey, 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. Civantos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Civantos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Civantos is affiliated with Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial 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 Joseph Civantos accepting new patients in Harvey, IL?
No, Dr. Joseph Civantos is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Civantos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Civantos's office at (708) 596-8710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Civantos?
Please contact Dr. Civantos's office at (708) 596-8710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Civantos have?
Dr. Joseph Civantos is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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