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Dr. Melanie Lachman, MD

Dr. Melanie Lachman, MD

Pediatrician

La Grange Highlands, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lachman, Pediatrician in La Grange Highlands, IL?

    Dr. Melanie Lachman, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in La Grange Highlands, IL. She is board certified. Dr. Lachman graduated from University of Debrecen Medical School and Health Science Centre and completed her residency at University of Illinois Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Lachman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lachman’s office at (708) 352-4448.

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

    • Residency: University of Illinois Affiliated Hospitals | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

    • Medical School: University of Debrecen Medical School and Health Science Centre

    Is Dr. Lachman board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Melanie Lachman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Lachman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lachman typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Lachman 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. Lachman. 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:

    • General Infectious Disease Screening
    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Broad infection check
    • General parasite screening
    • Unspecified infectious disease test
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z119: Encounter for screening for infectious and parasitic diseases, unspecified
    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Conductive Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Sound transmission hearing loss
    • Outer or middle ear hearing loss
    • Temporary hearing loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H900: Conductive hearing loss, bilateral

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lachman typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Melanie Lachman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lachman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lachman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 352-4448 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lachman accept in La Grange Highlands, IL?

    Dr. Lachman in La Grange Highlands, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lachman's office located?

    Dr. Melanie Lachman's Primary Practice

    6428 Joliet Rd

    La Grange Highlands, IL 60525

    (708) 352-4448

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lachman affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lachman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL
    Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL

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

    Dr. Lachman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013174440.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lachman?

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

    What is Dr. Melanie Lachman's specialty?

    Dr. Lachman is a Pediatrician near La Grange Highlands, IL.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Melanie Lachman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lachman 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Melanie Lachman accepting new patients in La Grange Highlands, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Melanie Lachman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melanie Lachman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lachman's office at (708) 352-4448 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melanie Lachman?

    Please contact Dr. Lachman's office at (708) 352-4448 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lachman's office located?

    Dr. Lachman's office is located in La Grange Highlands, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melanie Lachman have?

    Dr. Melanie Lachman is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.