Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chavez, Family Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Milton Chavez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chavez graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Family Medicine; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice, American College of Physician Executives, American Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology, and Society of Teachers of Family Medicine. Dr. Chavez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chavez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chavez’s office at (773) 342-1212.
Where did Dr. Chavez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Family Medicine; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College
Is Dr. Chavez board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Milton Chavez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chavez speak?
Dr. Chavez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chavez typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chavez 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. Chavez. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Tobacco Cessation Counseling
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Harms of Cigarette Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Quitting tobacco support
- Nicotine addiction counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z716: Tobacco abuse counseling
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chavez typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chavez 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. Chavez. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Chavez accept my insurance?
Dr. Chavez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 342-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chavez accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Chavez in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Chavez's office located?
Dr. Milton Chavez also offers virtual visits
Dr. Milton Chavez's Primary Practice
1044 N Mozart St Ste 500
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 342-1212
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Family Practice
Member
American College of Physician Executives
Member
American Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology
Member
Society of Teachers of Family Medicine
Member
What is Dr. Chavez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chavez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700869450.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chavez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chavez
What is Dr. Milton Chavez's specialty?
Dr. Chavez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Milton Chavez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chavez 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
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Is Milton Chavez accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Milton Chavez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Milton Chavez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chavez's office at (773) 342-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Milton Chavez?
Please contact Dr. Chavez's office at (773) 342-1212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Milton Chavez have?
Dr. Milton Chavez is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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