Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Volpe, Ophthalmologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nicholas Volpe, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Volpe completed his residency at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. Dr. Volpe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Volpe’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Volpe’s office at (312) 695-8150.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Volpe?
Dr. Nicholas Volpe, 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. Volpe empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neuro-Ophthalmology, Strabismus, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago/IL community, Dr. Volpe is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Volpe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Harvard Medical School, Ophthalmology | Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, Neuro-ophthalmology | Massachusetts Eye/Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School
Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary | Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Is Dr. Volpe board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Volpe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Volpe speak?
Dr. Volpe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Volpe treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Volpe 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. Volpe. 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:
- Esotropia
- Walleye
- Vertical Strabismus
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Inward Turning Eye
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
- Vertical strabismus
- One eye higher than the other
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
- H5022: Vertical strabismus, left eye
Also known as:
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Double Vision
- Localized Blind Spot
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Localized Visual Field Loss
- Specific Blind Spot
- Patchy Vision Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
- H532: Diplopia
- H53453: Other localized visual field defect, bilateral
Also known as:
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Nerve Inflammation
- Other Optic Nerve Disorder
- Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
- Optic Atrophy
- Optic Nerve Damage from Lack of Blood Flow
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
- Optic Neuritis
- Swollen Optic Nerve
- Inflamed Optic Nerve
- Miscellaneous Optic Nerve Conditions
- Unspecified Optic Nerve Problems
- Optic Nerve Disease
- Optic Nerve Stroke
- Eye Stroke
- Lack of Blood Flow to Optic Nerve
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- AION
- Optic Nerve Infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
- H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
- H47093: Other disorders of optic nerve, not elsewhere classified, bilateral
- H47011: Ischemic optic neuropathy, right eye
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H47012: Ischemic optic neuropathy, left eye
Also known as:
- Abducens Nerve Palsy
- Other Binocular Eye Movement Disorder
- Oculomotor Nerve Palsy
- Trochlear Nerve Palsy
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Sixth Cranial Nerve Palsy
- Abducens Nerve Paralysis
- CN VI Palsy
- Sixth nerve palsy
- Sixth cranial nerve paralysis
- Lateral rectus palsy
- Disorder of eye coordination
- Eye alignment problem
- Binocular vision dysfunction
- Third Cranial Nerve Palsy
- Oculomotor Nerve Paralysis
- CN III Palsy
- Fourth nerve palsy
- Fourth cranial nerve paralysis
- Superior oblique palsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4922: Sixth [abducent] nerve palsy, left eye
- H4921: Sixth [abducent] nerve palsy, right eye
- H518: Other specified disorders of binocular movement
- H4902: Third [oculomotor] nerve palsy, left eye
- H4912: Fourth [trochlear] nerve palsy, left eye
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Volpe perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Volpe 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. Volpe. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Strabismus Surgery (Repeat)
- Eye Muscle Transposition Surgery
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Crossed Eyes
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Squint Surgery
- Repeat Strabismus Repair
- Paretic Extraocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery
- Strabismus surgery
- Vertical eye muscle surgery
- Crossed eyes correction surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 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)
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67331: Strabismus surgery on patient with previous eye surgery or injury that did not involve the extraocular muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67320: Transposition procedure (eg, for paretic extraocular muscle), any extraocular muscle (specify) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67316: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 or more vertical muscles (excluding superior oblique)
Also known as:
- Adjustable Suture Placement for Eye Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery with Adjustable Sutures
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Squint Correction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67335: Placement of adjustable suture(s) during strabismus surgery, including postoperative adjustment(s) of suture(s) (List separately in addition to code for specific strabismus surgery)
Does Dr. Volpe accept my insurance?
Dr. Volpe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-8150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Volpe accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Volpe in Chicago, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Volpe's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Volpe's Primary Practice
259 E Erie St Ste 1520
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 695-8150
Recognitions
Awards
Chicago Super Doctors
What is Dr. Volpe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Volpe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982664272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Volpe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Volpe
What is Dr. Nicholas Volpe's specialty?
Dr. Volpe is a Ophthalmologist near Chicago, 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. Volpe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Volpe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Volpe is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial 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 Nicholas Volpe accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Volpe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Volpe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Volpe's office at (312) 695-8150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Volpe?
Please contact Dr. Volpe's office at (312) 695-8150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Volpe have?
Dr. Nicholas Volpe is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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