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Dr. Benjamin Ticho, MD

Dr. Benjamin Ticho, MD

Chicago Ridge, IL

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    Who is Dr. Ticho, Ophthalmologist in Chicago Ridge, IL?

    Dr. Benjamin Ticho, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Chicago Ridge, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ticho completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Ticho is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ticho’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ticho’s office at (708) 423-4070.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ticho?

    Dr. Benjamin Ticho, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ticho empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Retinopathy of Prematurity, Strabismus, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago Ridge/IL community, Dr. Ticho is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Ticho go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Ill College Med

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi

    Is Dr. Ticho board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Ticho, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Ticho speak?

    Dr. Ticho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ticho treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ticho 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. Ticho. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Alternating Walleye
    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Esotropia
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
    • Accommodative Squint
    • Alternating exotropia
    • Eyes take turns turning out
    • Intermittent exotropia
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia
    • Crossed Eyes
    • Convergent Strabismus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
    • H5015: Alternating exotropia
    • H5005: Alternating esotropia
    • H5000: Unspecified esotropia

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
    • Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
    • Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Retina Disorder in Premature Babies
    • Premature Babies
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Retinopathy of Prematurity
    • ROP
    • Premature Infant Eye Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35103: Retinopathy of prematurity, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Ticho perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ticho 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. Ticho. 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:

    • 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:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
    • Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment
    • Strabismus Correction Surgery
    • Crossed Eyes Surgery
    • Wall Eyes Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
    • 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
    • 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
    • IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more

    Also known as:

    • Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Advanced Cataract Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with IOL
    • Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 65820: Goniotomy

    Also known as:

    • Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
    • Blepharoptosis Repair
    • Levator Resection
    • Eyelid Lift Surgery
    • Ptosis Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach

    Does Dr. Ticho accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ticho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 423-4070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ticho accept in Chicago Ridge, IL?

    Dr. Ticho in Chicago Ridge, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Tennessee

    • Tria Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ticho's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Ticho's Primary Practice

    10436 Southwest Hwy

    Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

    (708) 423-4070

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    Dr. Benjamin Ticho's Practice 2

    18210 La Grange Rd Ste 210

    Tinley Park, IL 60487

    (708) 873-0088

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    Dr. Benjamin Ticho's Practice 3

    801 MacArthur Blvd Ste 302

    Munster, IN 46321

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    What is Dr. Ticho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ticho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992782494.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ticho?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ticho

    What is Dr. Benjamin Ticho's specialty?

    Dr. Ticho is a Ophthalmologist near Chicago Ridge, IL. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Ticho to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Ticho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ticho is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University of Illinois at Chicago Eye & Ear Infirmary, Community First Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Benjamin Ticho accepting new patients in Chicago Ridge, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Ticho is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Ticho offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ticho's office at (708) 423-4070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Ticho?

    Please contact Dr. Ticho's office at (708) 423-4070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Ticho have?

    Dr. Benjamin Ticho is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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