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Dr. Laura Torchen, MD

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Torchen, Pediatrician in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Laura Torchen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Torchen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torchen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torchen’s office at (312) 227-6090.

    What languages does Dr. Torchen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Torchen treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Torchen 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. Torchen. 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:

    • Congenital Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid at Birth
    • Neonatal Hypothyroidism
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Underactive Pituitary Gland
    • Overactive Pituitary Gland
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
    • Isolated growth hormone deficiency
    • Hypopituitarism
    • Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
    • Low Pituitary Function
    • Pituitary Hyperfunction
    • Excess Pituitary Hormone
    • Hyperpituitarism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E230: Hypopituitarism
    • E228: Other hyperfunction of pituitary gland

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    • PCOS
    • Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
    • Polycystic Ovaries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    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:

    • Early Puberty
    • Puberty
    • Central precocious puberty
    • Precocious puberty
    • Puberty at a young age

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E301: Precocious puberty

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Gain
    • Sudden weight gain
    • Rapid weight increase
    • Abnormal increase in weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R635: Abnormal weight gain

    Also known as:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Prader-Willi Syndrome
    • PWS
    • Genetic obesity syndrome
    • Developmental delay syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8711: Prader-Willi syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
    • Adrenal Gland Disorder
    • Birth Defects
    • 21-hydroxylase deficiency
    • 3-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase deficiency
    • Congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 11-beta-hydroxylase deficiency
    • CAH
    • Adrenogenital Syndrome
    • Enzyme Deficiency Adrenal Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E250: Congenital adrenogenital disorders associated with enzyme deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Sugar
    • Hypoglycemia
    • Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia)
    • Blood Sugar Drop
    • Sugar Crash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E162: Hypoglycemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Unusual thyroid test results
    • Irregular thyroid function
    • Thyroid hormone levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Which procedures does Dr. Torchen perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Laura Torchen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Torchen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Torchen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-6090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Torchen accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Torchen 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • MedImpact

    • Molina

    • State of Illinois

    • Tria Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Torchen's office located?

    Dr. Laura Torchen's Primary Practice

    225 E Chicago Ave # 54

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 227-6090

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    Dr. Laura Torchen's Practice 2

    1131 Techny Rd

    Northbrook, IL 60062

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    Dr. Laura Torchen's Practice 3

    2515 N Clark St

    Chicago, IL 60614

    (800) 543-7362

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

    Dr. Torchen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780841189.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torchen?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Torchen's specialty?

    Dr. Torchen is a Pediatrician near Chicago, IL. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Torchen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laura Torchen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Torchen is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Laura Torchen accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Torchen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Torchen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Torchen's office at (312) 227-6090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Torchen?

    Please contact Dr. Torchen's office at (312) 227-6090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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