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Who is Dr. Alter, Retina Specialist in Des Plaines, IL?
Dr. Daniel Alter, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Plaines, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Alter completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Mac Neal Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Alter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alter’s office at (847) 698-6300.
Where did Dr. Alter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Mac Neal Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
Is Dr. Alter board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Alter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Alter speak?
Dr. Alter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Alter typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Alter 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. Alter. 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
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Alter typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Alter 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. Alter. 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:
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 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:
- 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. Alter accept my insurance?
Dr. Alter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 698-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alter accept in Des Plaines, IL?
Dr. Alter in Des Plaines, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alter's office located?
Dr. Daniel Alter's Primary Practice
8901 Golf Rd Ste 206
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 698-6300
What is Dr. Alter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033184528.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alter
What is Dr. Daniel Alter's specialty?
Dr. Alter is a Retina Specialist near Des Plaines, 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. Daniel Alter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University of Illinois Hospital. 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 Daniel Alter accepting new patients in Des Plaines, IL?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Alter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Alter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alter's office at (847) 698-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Alter?
Please contact Dr. Alter's office at (847) 698-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Alter have?
Dr. Daniel Alter is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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