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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lewis, Anesthesiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Choy Lewis, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lewis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lewis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lewis’s office at (202) 715-4000.
Is Dr. Lewis board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Choy Lewis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Lewis speak?
Dr. Lewis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lewis typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lewis 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. Lewis. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lewis typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lewis performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lewis. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Lewis accept my insurance?
Dr. Lewis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 715-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lewis accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Lewis in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lewis' office located?
What is Dr. Lewis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lewis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326212069.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lewis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lewis
What is Dr. Choy Lewis's specialty?
Dr. Lewis is a Anesthesiologist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Choy Lewis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lewis is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Choy Lewis accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Choy Lewis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Choy Lewis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lewis's office at (202) 715-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Choy Lewis?
Please contact Dr. Lewis's office at (202) 715-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Choy Lewis have?
Dr. Choy Lewis is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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