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Who is Dr. Kagan, Retina Specialist in Springfield, IL?
Dr. Aleksandr Kagan, DO is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Kagan is fluent in English, Lithuanian, Russian, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kagan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kagan’s office at (217) 528-7541.
Is Dr. Kagan board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Aleksandr Kagan, DO is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Kagan speak?
Dr. Kagan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Lithuanian
Russian
Ukrainian
What conditions does Dr. Kagan treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Kagan 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. Kagan. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Moderate Diabetic Eye Disease (Right Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Advanced diabetic eye disease
- Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
- New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
- Moderate Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Right Eye
- Moderate Retina Damage Right Eye
- Diabetic Retinopathy Right Eye
- Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
- Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetic Macular Edema
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
- Advanced Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113213: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113391: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
- E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
- E113412: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Long-Term Insulin Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic insulin therapy
- Ongoing insulin treatment
- Insulin for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
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:
- Eye gel sticking to the macula
- Eye Disease
- VMA
- Macular adhesion
- Vitreous traction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43823: Vitreomacular adhesion, bilateral
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
Which procedures does Dr. Kagan perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Aleksandr Kagan may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kagan's office.
Does Dr. Kagan accept my insurance?
Dr. Kagan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 528-7541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kagan accept in Springfield, IL?
Dr. Kagan in Springfield, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Health Alliance (HAMP)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kagan's office located?
Dr. Aleksandr Kagan's Primary Practice
1025 S 6th St
Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 528-7541
What is Dr. Kagan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kagan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598728453.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kagan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kagan
What is Dr. Aleksandr Kagan's specialty?
Dr. Kagan is a Retina Specialist near Springfield, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Kagan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Aleksandr Kagan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kagan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Aleksandr Kagan accepting new patients in Springfield, IL?
Yes, Dr. Aleksandr Kagan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aleksandr Kagan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kagan's office at (217) 528-7541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aleksandr Kagan?
Please contact Dr. Kagan's office at (217) 528-7541 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aleksandr Kagan have?
Dr. Aleksandr Kagan is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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