Expertise in
10
conditions
Expertise in
10
conditions
8901 W Golf Rd, 
Des Plaines, IL 

Overview

Daniel Alter is an Ophthalmologist in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Alter is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

Residency

Illinois Eye & Ear Infirmary, Ophathalmology

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology

Fellowships

University of Illinois Medical Center, Vitreoretinal

Hospital Affiliations

Northwest Community Hospital 1

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Midwest Retina Consultants, SC
8901 W Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Daniel C. Alter

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Daniel C. Alter?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Daniel C. Alter by calling their office at 847-698-6300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Daniel C. Alter a top-rated expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Daniel C. Alter is classified as an Distinguished expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Daniel C. Alter specialize in?

While Dr. Daniel C. Alter is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Daniel C. Alter accept my insurance?

Dr. Daniel C. Alter accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-698-6300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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