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Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela, MD

Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela, MD

Retina Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Des Plaines, IL

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela, Retina Specialist in Des Plaines, IL?

    Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Plaines, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela graduated from Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México and completed his residency at Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela’s office.

    Where did Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Kresge Eye Institute, Michigan | Kresge Eye Institute/ Wayne State University - Vitreoretinal Diseases | Kresge Eye Institute | Wayne State Univ/Kresge Eye Inst, Retina/Vitreous Surgery

    • Residency: Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Is Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela board certified as a Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela speak?

    Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela typically treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela 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. Garcia-Valenzuela. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    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
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization

    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

    What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela typically perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela 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. Garcia-Valenzuela. 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:

    • 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)
    • Retinal photocoagulation
    • Macular edema laser
    • Retina tumor laser treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation

    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:

    • Laser Treatment for Choroid Lesion
    • Choroidal Photocoagulation
    • Eye Laser Therapy
    • Choroidal Neovascularization Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 67220: Destruction of localized lesion of choroid (eg, choroidal neovascularization); photocoagulation (eg, laser), 1 or more sessions

    Also known as:

    • Laser Vitreous Surgery
    • Eye Adhesion Release (Posterior Synechiae)
    • Vitreolysis
    • laser eye surgery
    • vitreous strand removal
    • YAG laser vitreolysis
    • Synechiolysis
    • Posterior Synechiae Lysis
    • Iris Adhesion Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 67031: Severing of vitreous strands, vitreous face adhesions, sheets, membranes or opacities, laser surgery (1 or more stages)
    • 65875: Severing adhesions of anterior segment of eye, incisional technique (with or without injection of air or liquid) (separate procedure); posterior synechiae

    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

    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. Garcia-Valenzuela accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela accept in Des Plaines, IL?

    Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela in Des Plaines, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela's office located?

    Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela's Primary Practice

    8901 Golf Rd Ste 206

    Des Plaines, IL 60016

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    Lower Level 2

    1100 W Central Rd Lowr

    Arlington Heights, IL 60005

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Retina Specialists

    Member

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Fellow

    Awards

    Chicago Super Doctors

    Chicago Super Doctors

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

    Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356316855.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela?

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

    What is Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela's specialty?

    Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela 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 Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il), Resurrection Medical Center, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston 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

    When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Retina Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela accepting new patients in Des Plaines, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela?

    Please contact Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela's office located?

    Dr. Garcia-Valenzuela's offices are located in Des Plaines, IL and Arlington Heights, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela have?

    Dr. Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.