Physician Profile
Michael J. Paxhia, M.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Paxhia
Michael J. Paxhia, M.D. practices ophthalmology in Des Plaines, IL. Michael is a 1994 graduate of University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb). Medicare claims data shows Michael provided 7,000 services to 1,491 patients. The services billed most often include injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg, imaging of retina, and established patient complete exam of visual system.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (847) 296-4020
- Email not available
Practice Locations
1400 E GOLF RD SUITE 212
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Ophthalmology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Cataracts
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Dry eye
- Glaucoma
- Macular degeneration
Cornea and external eye
- Blepharitis
- Corneal abrasion
- Corneal ulcer
- Keratoconus
- Pink eye
- Pterygium
Eyelid and tear drainage
- Blocked tear duct
- Chalazion
- Drooping eyelid
Refractive and focusing
- Astigmatism
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Farsightedness
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
- Nearsightedness
- Presbyopia
Retina and vitreous
- Epiretinal membrane
- Retinal detachment
Eye injuries
- Foreign Object in Eye
Inflammation, neurologic, and orbit
- Thyroid eye disease
- Uveitis
Retina & vitreous
- Eye Floaters and Flashes
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Cataract surgery
- Eye exam
- LASIK
- Retina surgery
Examination and imaging
- Corneal topography
- Fluorescein angiography
Cataract and lens
- Intraocular lens exchange
- YAG laser capsulotomy
Corneal procedures
- Amniotic Membrane Eye Graft
Eye diagnostics
- Optical Coherence Tomography Scan
Eye injuries
- Eye Scratch Laceration Repair
- Foreign Object Removal from Eye
Eyelid surgery
- Stye Removal
Eyelid, tear duct, and muscle
- Drooping-eyelid repair
- Entropion repair
- Eye-muscle surgery
- Eyelid surgery
- Tear-duct bypass surgery
Glaucoma
- Glaucoma drainage-device implantation
- Laser peripheral iridotomy
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery
- Selective laser trabeculoplasty
Laser eye surgery
- Laser Floater Removal
Laser procedures
- Laser Treatment for Retinal Tear
Laser vision correction
- SMILE Eye Surgery
Refractive surgery
- Clear Lens Exchange
- Implantable Contact Lenses
Tear duct & Orbit
- Orbital Decompression Surgery
- Tear Duct Plugs
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
7,000 services · 1,491 patients · 14 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Injection of drug into eye | Procedure | 67028 |
254 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Imaging of retina | Treatment | 92134 |
1,037 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92014 |
588 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | Treatment | 92012 |
299 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| New patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92004 |
80 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Imaging of optic nerve | Treatment | 92133 |
71 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Exam of visual field with extended testing | Treatment | 92083 |
63 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing | Treatment | 92201 |
25 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Photography of the retina | Treatment | 92250 |
18 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Exam of retinal blood vessels using a special camera after injection of a dye | Treatment | 92235 |
14 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other eye doctors at this location 1
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other eye doctors in Des Plaines 8
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 24 related providers in 3 groups
Trained at University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1994 at University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Injection of drug into eye 8
Providers in IL who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What is Michael J. Paxhia's specialty?
Michael J. Paxhia is an eye doctor in Des Plaines, IL. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Ophthalmology”.
NPI registry
Where can I find Michael J. Paxhia?
Michael J. Paxhia is listed at 1400 E Golf Rd Suite 212, Des Plaines, IL 60016. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Michael J. Paxhia?
The number on file is (847) 296-4020. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Michael J. Paxhia?
Michael J. Paxhia's National Provider Identifier is 1306855515. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
What is Michael J. Paxhia's education?
Michael J. Paxhia attended University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb), graduating in 1994. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Michael J. Paxhia have?
Michael J. Paxhia has 32 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1994, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What is Michael J. Paxhia known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Michael J. Paxhia performs procedures including injection of drug into eye; provides treatments such as imaging of retina and established patient complete exam of visual system, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Michael J. Paxhia's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Michael J. Paxhia. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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