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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bornstein, Specialist in Skokie, IL?
Dr. Scott Bornstein, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Skokie, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Bornstein graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Ophthalmology; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, General Surgery. Dr. Bornstein is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bornstein’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bornstein’s office at (847) 677-1631.
Where did Dr. Bornstein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Ophthalmology; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, General Surgery | Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bornstein board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Bornstein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Bornstein speak?
Dr. Bornstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Bornstein typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Bornstein 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. Bornstein. 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:
- Nearsightedness
- Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Bornstein typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Bornstein 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. Bornstein. 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
Does Dr. Bornstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Bornstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 677-1631 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bornstein accept in Skokie, IL?
Dr. Bornstein in Skokie, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Bornstein's office located?
What is Dr. Bornstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bornstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609866433.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bornstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bornstein
What is Dr. Scott Bornstein's specialty?
Dr. Bornstein is a Specialist near Skokie, IL.
Is this Dr. Scott Bornstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bornstein is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Scott Bornstein accepting new patients in Skokie, IL?
Yes, Dr. Scott Bornstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Bornstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bornstein's office at (847) 677-1631 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Bornstein?
Please contact Dr. Bornstein's office at (847) 677-1631 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Bornstein have?
Dr. Scott Bornstein is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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