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Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD

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(Dr. Joseph Chacko, MD)

(516 Ratings)

Specializes in: Neuro-Ophthalmology

MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine (1991)

Professional interests include: eye problems, neurofibromatosis

4105 Outpatient Circle
Little Rock, AR 72205

(501) 686-5822

Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD is a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR specializing in neuro-ophthalmology. He graduated from MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine in 1991 and has 35 years of experience. Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD is affiliated with University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Health.

Office Locations

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Health

4105 Outpatient Circle
Little Rock, AR 72205

(501) 686-5822

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4301 W Markham Street #783
Little Rock, AR 72205

(501) 686-8000

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Some issues Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

botulinum toxin injection for facial movement disorders

eye procedures

laser surgery

SCODI of the posterior segment

simple cataract surgery

YAG laser capsulotomy

In 2023, Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD performed more botulinum toxin injection for facial movement disorders, eye procedures, laser surgery, SCODI of the posterior segment (SCODI-P), simple cataract surgery, and YAG laser capsulotomy procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within Arkansas.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated as a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR during 2012 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	11
doctor visit	454
eye procedures	450
laser treatment	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated as a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR during 2013 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	15
doctor visit	478
eye procedures	575
laser treatment	15

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD.

**Gender**
Male	243
Female	400

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	504
Black	123
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	239
From 75 to 84	152
85 and over	63
Less than 65	189

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD in 2013

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	35
Dementia	11
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated as a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR during 2014 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	310
eye procedures	683

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD.

**Gender**
Male	245
Female	395

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	509
Black	116
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	238
From 75 to 84	168
85 and over	56
Less than 65	178

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD in 2014

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	35
Dementia	12
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated as a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR during 2015 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	17
doctor visit	217
eye procedures	1041
laser treatment	17

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD.

**Gender**
Male	558
Female	912

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1180
Black	256
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	554
From 75 to 84	366
85 and over	128
Less than 65	422

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD in 2015

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	32
Dementia	14
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated as a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR during 2016 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	29
diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	170
excision	11
eye procedures	1243
injections	28
laser treatment	29
minimally invasive procedures	28
vascular procedures	11

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD.

**Gender**
Male	298
Female	443

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	588
Black	132
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	265
From 75 to 84	209
85 and over	58
Less than 65	209

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD in 2016

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	35
Dementia	14
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated as a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR during 2017 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	32
doctor visit	151
eye procedures	1214
injections	29
laser treatment	32
minimally invasive procedures	29

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD.

**Gender**
Male	299
Female	495

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	635
Black	139
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	289
From 75 to 84	239
85 and over	45
Less than 65	221

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD in 2017

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	33
Dementia	13
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated as a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR during 2018 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, minimally invasive procedures and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	43
doctor visit	211
eye procedures	1185
injections	43
laser treatment	43
minimally invasive procedures	43

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD.

**Gender**
Male	318
Female	516

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	670
Black	146
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	314
From 75 to 84	267
85 and over	51
Less than 65	202

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD in 2018

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	32
Dementia	12
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated as a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR during 2019 were eye procedures, minimally invasive procedures, injections and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	23
doctor visit	197
eye procedures	1152
injections	49
laser treatment	23
minimally invasive procedures	49

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD.

**Gender**
Male	319
Female	513

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	666
Black	142
Hispanic	0
Asian	11
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	304
From 75 to 84	278
85 and over	59
Less than 65	191

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD in 2019

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	33
Dementia	11
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated as a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR during 2020 were eye procedures, minimally invasive procedures, injections and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	44
doctor visit	174
eye procedures	1059
injections	51
laser treatment	44
minimally invasive procedures	51

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD.

**Gender**
Male	288
Female	487

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	616
Black	134
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	286
From 75 to 84	272
85 and over	52
Less than 65	165

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD in 2020

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	32
Dementia	11
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated as a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR during 2021 were eye procedures, minimally invasive procedures, injections and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	31
doctor visit	155
eye procedures	1249
injections	53
laser treatment	31
minimally invasive procedures	53

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD.

**Gender**
Male	278
Female	492

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	632
Black	108
Hispanic	0
Asian	13
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	309
From 75 to 84	269
85 and over	42
Less than 65	150

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD in 2021

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	29
Dementia	12
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated as a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR during 2022 were eye procedures, minimally invasive procedures, injections and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	40
doctor visit	151
eye procedures	1177
injections	53
laser treatment	40
minimally invasive procedures	53

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD.

**Gender**
Male	271
Female	473

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	629
Black	86
Hispanic	0
Asian	12
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	266
From 75 to 84	301
85 and over	57
Less than 65	120

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	30
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated as a neuro-ophthalmology specialist in Little Rock, AR were eye procedures, minimally invasive procedures, injections and capsulotomy.

capsulotomy	28
diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	242
excision	11
eye procedures	1002
injections	43
laser treatment	28
minimally invasive procedures	43
vascular procedures	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD.

**Gender**
Male	283
Female	466

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	125
Asian / Pacific Islander	3
Non-Hispanic White	602
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	229
85 and over	55
Less than 65	186
65 to 74	278

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	29
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

Education & Training

Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD graduated from MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine in 1991. He completed residency at Medical College of Georgia Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology and has a state license in Arkansas.

Medical School: MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine (1991)

Residency: Medical College of Georgia Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology

Licensed In: Arkansas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Health

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.69 out of 5 stars based on 516 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Little Rock, AR.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Joseph G. Chacko, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
The Medicines Company	$212 KENGREAL $119	ORBACTIV $94
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.	$125 OPSUMIT MACITENTAN $125
Medivation Inc.	$125 XTANDI $125
Gilead Sciences Inc	$120 Epclusa $120
Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$109 VELCADE $109
Other	$518 JARDIANCE $100	BYDUREON $90	JANUVIA $88	PRALUENT (alirocumab) Injection $86	PREVNAR - 13 $55	Other $98

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,171
Education	$38

Biography

Dr. Joseph Chacko is a specialist in neuro-ophthalmology. The average patient rating for Dr. Chacko is 4.5 stars (out of 5). Dr. Chacko's areas of clinical interest consist of neurofibromatosis and eye problems. He is affiliated with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Health and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Health reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Little Rock, AR. He attended MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine and subsequently trained at a hospital affiliated with Medical College of Georgia for residency.