30 Years of Experience
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. 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 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 as a 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 a Retina Specialist like Dr. Civantos typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Civantos typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Civantos 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joseph Civantos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Civantos is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet, Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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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