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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Frankel, Internist in Fairfield, IL?
Dr. Douglas Frankel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fairfield, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Frankel completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Frankel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frankel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frankel’s office at (618) 241-1000.
Where did Dr. Frankel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Universidad Anahuac School of Medicine
Is Dr. Frankel board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Frankel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Frankel speak?
Dr. Frankel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Frankel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Frankel 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. Frankel. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Frankel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Frankel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Frankel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Frankel accept my insurance?
Dr. Frankel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 241-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Frankel accept in Fairfield, IL?
Dr. Frankel in Fairfield, 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
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Frankel's office located?
What is Dr. Frankel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Frankel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215142310.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frankel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frankel
What is Dr. Douglas Frankel's specialty?
Dr. Frankel is a Internist near Fairfield, 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. Douglas Frankel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Frankel is affiliated with Deaconess Midtown Hospital, Ssm Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon 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
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Is Douglas Frankel accepting new patients in Fairfield, IL?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Frankel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Frankel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Frankel's office at (618) 241-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Frankel?
Please contact Dr. Frankel's office at (618) 241-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Frankel have?
Dr. Douglas Frankel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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