14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merok, Family Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Joshua Merok, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Merok completed his residency at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. Dr. Merok is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merok’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merok’s office at (312) 201-1234.
Where did Dr. Merok go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stroger Cook County Hospital, Faculty Development | John H. Stroger | ADVOCATE ILLINOIS MASONIC MEDICAL CENTER
Residency: Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center | ADVOCATE ILLINOIS MASONIC MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Univeristy of California
Is Dr. Merok board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Merok, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Merok speak?
Dr. Merok and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Merok treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Merok 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. Merok. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Exposure to HIV
- HIV
- HIV contact
- Suspected HIV exposure
- Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Which procedures does Dr. Merok perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joshua Merok may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Merok's office.
Does Dr. Merok accept my insurance?
Dr. Merok accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 201-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merok accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Merok in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Auxiant
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Merok's office located?
Dr. Joshua Merok also offers virtual visits
Dr. Joshua Merok's Primary Practice
2001 W Addison St Ste 1
Chicago, IL 60618
(312) 201-1234
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Joshua Merok?
Dr. Merok has appointments available at his Chicago, IL office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Merok's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merok's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063685451.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merok?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merok
What is Dr. Joshua Merok's specialty?
Dr. Merok is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Merok to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joshua Merok affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merok is affiliated with Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Joshua Merok accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Merok is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Merok offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Merok, or call (312) 201-1234 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Merok?
Yes, Dr. Merok offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Merok, or call (312) 201-1234 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Merok have?
Dr. Joshua Merok is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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