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Dr. Alexander Pressman, MD

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pressman, Hospitalist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Alexander Pressman, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pressman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pressman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pressman’s office at (847) 234-5600.

    What languages does Dr. Pressman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pressman treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Pressman 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. Pressman. 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:

    • Cancer pain
    • Chest Pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Which procedures does Dr. Pressman perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Pressman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Pressman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pressman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 234-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Pressman 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

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pressman's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Pressman's Primary Practice

    251 E Huron St Ste 16-738

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (847) 234-5600

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    Dr. Alexander Pressman's Practice 2

    1430 Tulane Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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

    Dr. Pressman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205469376.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pressman?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Pressman's specialty?

    Dr. Pressman is a Hospitalist near Chicago, IL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Pressman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Pressman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pressman 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 Hospitalist?

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    Is Alexander Pressman accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Pressman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Pressman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pressman's office at (847) 234-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Pressman?

    Please contact Dr. Pressman's office at (847) 234-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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