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Dr. James Mcdonnell, MD
Maywood, IL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mcdonnell, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Maywood, IL?
Dr. James Mcdonnell, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Maywood, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Mcdonnell completed his residency at Eye Institute Med College Wisc. Dr. Mcdonnell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdonnell’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdonnell’s office at (708) 216-3408.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mcdonnell?
Dr. James Mcdonnell, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mcdonnell empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus-Adult & Pediatric, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Maywood, IL community, Dr. Mcdonnell is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Mcdonnell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Eye Institute Med College Wisc
Is Dr. Mcdonnell board certified as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Mcdonnell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Mcdonnell speak?
Dr. Mcdonnell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Mcdonnell typically treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Mcdonnell 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. Mcdonnell. 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:
- Intermittent Walleye
- Crossed Eyes
- Inward Turning Eye
- Vertical Strabismus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent exotropia
- Occasional outward eye turn
- Eyes turn out sometimes
- Esotropia
- Convergent strabismus
- Inward turning eye
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H50331: Intermittent monocular exotropia, right eye
- H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye
- H50332: Intermittent monocular exotropia, left eye
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
Also known as:
- Strabismic Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Lazy eye from crossed eyes
- Squint amblyopia
- Amblyopia from eye turn
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53031: Strabismic amblyopia, right eye
- H53032: Strabismic amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Unequal Focus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Mcdonnell typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Mcdonnell 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. Mcdonnell. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment 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)
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Mcdonnell accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcdonnell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 216-3408 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdonnell accept in Maywood, IL?
Dr. Mcdonnell in Maywood, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mcdonnell's office located?
What is Dr. Mcdonnell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcdonnell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093782831.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdonnell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcdonnell
What is Dr. James Mcdonnell's specialty?
Dr. Mcdonnell is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Maywood, IL.
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. James Mcdonnell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mcdonnell is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center 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
When to see a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Mcdonnell accepting new patients in Maywood, IL?
Yes, Dr. James Mcdonnell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Mcdonnell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcdonnell's office at (708) 216-3408 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Mcdonnell?
Please contact Dr. Mcdonnell's office at (708) 216-3408 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Mcdonnell have?
Dr. James Mcdonnell is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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