Dr. Christopher Pelzek, MD
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Dr. Christopher Pelzek, MD
Overview
Dr. Christopher Pelzek, MD works in Merrillville, IN as
They are board certified in
Patients said the staff was friendly.
Patients said scheduling was easy.
Insurance Accepted
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National (BlueCard) PPO
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Blue Preferred Plus POS
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
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Blue Card PPO
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Medicare
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HealthyBlue Advantage
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First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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Health Alliance PPO
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Tricare
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Medicaid
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MultiPlan PPO
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United Healthcare
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WellCare PPO
Locations
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Retina Associates PC8679 Connecticut St Ste A, Merrillville, IN 46410
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Office931 Ridge Rd Ste H, Munster, IN 46321
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Office963 N 129th Infantry Dr Ste 130, Joliet, IL 60435
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Retina Vitreous Associates PC4930 W 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Patient Satisfaction
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Dr Pelzek has taken care of my uncle's retina problems for years now. He saved his sight when it worsened to legal blindness. He always explained the tests and treatments to us. We keep going back because we trust him and his wonderful staff
About Me
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Education
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University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
1996
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology
Internship
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St. Luke's Medical Center
1997
Residency
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Johns Hopkins University-Wilmer Eye Institute
2000
Fellowship
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University of Southern California-Doheny Eye Institute
2002
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Christopher Pelzek, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.
Dr. Pelzek accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Pelzek accepts here.
Dr. Pelzek's office is located at 8679 Connecticut St Ste A Merrillville, IN 46410.
Dr. Pelzek frequently sees patients for
Yes, Dr. Pelzek speaks Spanish. See Dr. Pelzek's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.
Dr. Pelzek has a star rating of 3.1/5 and has been reviewed 12 times.
Dr. Pelzek is board certified in
Dr. Pelzek has been practicing as a Vitreoretinal Disease Specialist for 28 years.
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Hospital Affiliations
- Advocate Trinity Hospital
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Get Screened for Cervical Cancer
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Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation
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Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)
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Get Enough Folic Acid
Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)
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