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Dr. Julia Ratner, MD

Vernon Hills, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ratner, Internist in Vernon Hills, IL?

    Dr. Julia Ratner, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Vernon Hills, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ratner is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratner’s office.

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

      Is Dr. Ratner board certified as an Internist?

      Yes, Dr. Julia Ratner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Ratner speak?

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

      • English

      • Russian

      What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ratner typically treat?

      As an Internist, Dr. Ratner 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. Ratner. 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 here.

      Also known as:

      • Routine Adult Health Checkup
      • Health Checkup
      • Adult physical exam
      • Annual wellness visit for adults
      • General adult medical exam

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

      Also known as:

      • Depression Screening
      • Depression
      • Health Screening
      • Depression Test
      • Mental Health Check for Depression
      • Mood Disorder Screening

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z23: Encounter for immunization

      Also known as:

      • High Blood Pressure
      • Hypertension
      • Primary Hypertension
      • Essential Hypertension

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

      Also known as:

      • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
      • Health Checkup
      • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
      • Routine Checkup with Concerns
      • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

      Also known as:

      • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
      • Health Screening
      • Mammography
      • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
      • Mammograms
      • Breast X-ray
      • Breast Cancer Check

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

      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:

      • High Cholesterol
      • Cholesterol
      • Triglycerides
      • Hyperlipidemia
      • High lipids
      • Dyslipidemia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

      What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ratner typically perform?

      As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Julia Ratner may include:

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

      Does Dr. Ratner accept my insurance?

      Dr. Ratner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Ratner accept in Vernon Hills, IL?

      Dr. Ratner in Vernon Hills, 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

      • Centene Corporation

      • Cigna Group

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Health Care Service Corporation

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • Northshore University Healthsystem

      • UnitedHealth Group

      • Unknown

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      Where is Dr. Ratner's office located?

      Dr. Julia Ratner's Primary Practice

      225 N Milwaukee Ave

      Vernon Hills, IL 60061

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      Dr. Julia Ratner's Practice 2

      2650 Ridge Ave

      Evanston, IL 60201

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

      Dr. Ratner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841446853.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratner?

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

      What is Dr. Julia Ratner's specialty?

      Dr. Ratner is a Internist near Vernon Hills, IL.

      What does an Internist do?

      A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

      Is this Dr. Julia Ratner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Ratner is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Julia Ratner accepting new patients in Vernon Hills, IL?

      Yes, Dr. Julia Ratner is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Julia Ratner offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Ratner's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Julia Ratner?

      Please contact Dr. Ratner's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Julia Ratner have?

      Dr. Julia Ratner is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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