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Dr. Mark Nessim, MD

Dr. Mark Nessim, MD

Anesthesiologist

DeKalb, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nessim, Anesthesiologist in DeKalb, IL?

    Dr. Mark Nessim, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in DeKalb, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nessim graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at St Luke's Med Center. Dr. Nessim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nessim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nessim’s office at (815) 756-1521.

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

    • Residency: St Luke's Med Center

    • Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nessim board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Nessim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Nessim speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nessim typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nessim 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. Nessim. 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:

    • 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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Intestinal Diverticula
    • Pouches in Intestine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5790: Diverticulosis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nessim typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nessim 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. Nessim. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Nessim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nessim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 756-1521 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nessim accept in DeKalb, IL?

    Dr. Nessim in DeKalb, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nessim's office located?

    Dr. Mark Nessim's Primary Practice

    1 Kish Hospital Dr

    DeKalb, IL 60115

    (815) 756-1521

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    Dr. Mark Nessim's Practice 2

    1302 N Main St

    Sandwich, IL 60548

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    Dr. Mark Nessim's Practice 3

    100 5th St

    Oswego, IL 60543

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nessim affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Nessim has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ascension Mercy,Aurora, IL
    Mercy Medical Center - Aurora Llc,Aurora, IL
    Northwestern Medicine Valley West Hospital,Sandwich, IL

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

    Dr. Nessim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780840488.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nessim?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Nessim's specialty?

    Dr. Nessim is an Anesthesiologist near DeKalb, IL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Mark Nessim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nessim is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee 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

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    Is Dr. Mark Nessim accepting new patients in DeKalb, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Nessim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Nessim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nessim's office at (815) 756-1521 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mark Nessim?

    Please contact Dr. Nessim's office at (815) 756-1521 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nessim's office located?

    Dr. Nessim's offices are located in DeKalb, IL, Sandwich, IL, and Oswego, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Nessim have?

    Dr. Mark Nessim is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.