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Dr. Valerie Brostrom, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Evanston, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brostrom, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Valerie Brostrom, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brostrom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brostrom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brostrom’s office at (847) 316-2284.

    What languages does Dr. Brostrom speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Brostrom typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Brostrom 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. Brostrom. 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:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
    • Precancerous cells left breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
    • DCIS left breast
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Brostrom typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Valerie Brostrom may include:

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

    Does Dr. Brostrom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brostrom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 316-2284 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brostrom accept in Evanston, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Brostrom's office located?

    Dr. Valerie Brostrom's Primary Practice

    355 Ridge Ave

    Evanston, IL 60202

    (847) 316-2284

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    Dr. Valerie Brostrom's Practice 2

    675 N Saint Clair St

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    Dr. Valerie Brostrom's Practice 3

    251 E Huron St

    Chicago, IL 60611

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

    Dr. Brostrom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285894782.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brostrom?

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

    What is Dr. Valerie Brostrom's specialty?

    Dr. Brostrom is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Evanston, IL.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. Valerie Brostrom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brostrom is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Valerie Brostrom accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Valerie Brostrom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Valerie Brostrom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brostrom's office at (847) 316-2284 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Valerie Brostrom?

    Please contact Dr. Brostrom's office at (847) 316-2284 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brostrom's office located?

    Dr. Brostrom's offices are located in Evanston, IL and Chicago, IL.