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Dr. Akilah Cook, MD

Dr. Akilah Cook, MD

Pediatrician

New Lenox, IL

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cook, Pediatrician in New Lenox, IL?

    Dr. Akilah Cook, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New Lenox, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Cook completed her residency at Advocate Hope Children's Hospital. Dr. Cook is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cook’s office at (219) 662-0700.

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

    • Residency: Advocate Hope Children's Hospital | Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn

    Is Dr. Cook board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Akilah Cook, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Cook speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Cook 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. Cook. 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:

    • 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:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Akilah Cook may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cook accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cook accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 662-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cook accept in New Lenox, IL?

    Dr. Cook in New Lenox, 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

    • Keenan & Associates

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cook's office located?

    Dr. Akilah Cook's Primary Practice

    1005 W Laraway Rd Ste 230

    New Lenox, IL 60451

    (219) 662-0700

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    Franciscan Physician Network

    1141 S Indiana Ave

    Crown Point, IN 46307

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cook affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Cook has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

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

    Dr. Cook's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831350875.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cook?

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

    What is Dr. Akilah Cook's specialty?

    Dr. Cook is a Pediatrician near New Lenox, 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. Akilah Cook affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cook 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. Akilah Cook accepting new patients in New Lenox, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Akilah Cook is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akilah Cook offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cook's office at (219) 662-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Akilah Cook?

    Please contact Dr. Cook's office at (219) 662-0700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cook's office located?

    Dr. Cook's offices are located in New Lenox, IL and Crown Point, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Akilah Cook have?

    Dr. Akilah Cook is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.