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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, UnitedHealthcare 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 Dr. Frankel 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.
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Tenderness
- Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Tender stomach
- Painful abdomen to touch
- Abdominal sensitivity
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Lower belly pain
- Pain in lower abdomen
- Abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R10819: Abdominal tenderness, unspecified site
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1030: Lower abdominal 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
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
- Patient left before treatment
- Did not wait to be seen
- Treatment abandoned by patient
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4089: Other seizures
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Scalp Bruise
- Bruises
- Bruised scalp
- Scalp contusion
- Head bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0003XA: Contusion of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Novel Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Frankel perform as an Internist?
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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Frankel's office.
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
Centene
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
Tria Health
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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.
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.
Contact Dr. Frankel to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Douglas Frankel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Frankel is affiliated with Deaconess Midtown Hospital, Mercy Hospital South 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
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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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