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Dr. Charles Gruner, MD

Evanston, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gruner, Surgeon in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Charles Gruner, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Gruner graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Med. Dr. Gruner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gruner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gruner’s office at (847) 869-0522.

    Where did Dr. Gruner go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Med

    • Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gruner board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Gruner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Gruner speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gruner treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Gruner 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. Gruner. 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:

    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst
    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Injury
    • Many injuries
    • Several injuries
    • Polytrauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T07XXXA: Unspecified multiple injuries, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Adhesions with Partial Blockage
    • Partial Bowel Obstruction from Adhesions
    • Scar Tissue Causing Blockage
    • Abdominal Adhesions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5651: Intestinal adhesions [bands], with partial obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Abdominal Imaging
    • Abnormal belly scan
    • Unusual abdominal imaging
    • Abdominal scan findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R935: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other abdominal regions, including retroperitoneum

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Head Trauma
    • Brain Injury
    • Intracranial Injury
    • TBI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S069X1A: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Removal
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastrectomy
    • Absence of Stomach
    • Missing Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z903: Acquired absence of stomach [part of]

    Which procedures does Dr. Gruner perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Charles Gruner may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gruner's office.

    Does Dr. Gruner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gruner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 869-0522 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gruner accept in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Gruner in Evanston, 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

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Gruner's office located?

    Dr. Charles Gruner's Primary Practice

    355 Ridge Ave

    Evanston, IL 60202

    (847) 869-0522

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    Dr. Charles Gruner's Practice 2

    800 Austin St Ste 563

    Evanston, IL 60202

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    Dr. Charles Gruner's Practice 3

    2800 N Sheridan Rd Ste 606

    Chicago, IL 60657

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

    Dr. Gruner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093980872.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gruner?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Gruner's specialty?

    Dr. Gruner is a Surgeon near Evanston, IL. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Gruner to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Gruner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gruner is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital 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 Surgeon?

    Explore Surgeon with 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 Charles Gruner accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Gruner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Gruner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gruner's office at (847) 869-0522 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Gruner?

    Please contact Dr. Gruner's office at (847) 869-0522 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Gruner have?

    Dr. Charles Gruner is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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