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Dr. Andrew Riskin, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Joliet, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Riskin, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Joliet, IL?

    Dr. Andrew Riskin, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Joliet, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Riskin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riskin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riskin’s office.

    Is Dr. Riskin board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Riskin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Riskin speak?

    Dr. Riskin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Riskin typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Riskin 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. Riskin. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Violent Behavior
    • Mental Disorder
    • Aggressive behavior
    • Acts of violence
    • Impulsive aggression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R456: Violent behavior

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Riskin typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Riskin may include:

    Please contact Dr. Riskin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Riskin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Riskin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Riskin accept in Joliet, IL?

    Dr. Riskin in Joliet, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • H & R Block

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Riskin's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Riskin's Primary Practice

    333 Madison St

    Joliet, IL 60435

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    Dr. Andrew Riskin's Practice 2

    500 W Court St

    Kankakee, IL 60901

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    What is Dr. Riskin's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Riskin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982878138.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riskin?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riskin

    What is Dr. Andrew Riskin's specialty?

    Dr. Riskin is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Joliet, IL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Andrew Riskin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Riskin is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago, Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Andrew Riskin accepting new patients in Joliet, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Riskin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Riskin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Riskin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Riskin?

    Please contact Dr. Riskin's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Riskin's office located?

    Dr. Riskin's offices are located in Joliet, IL and Kankakee, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Riskin have?

    Dr. Andrew Riskin is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.