25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ring, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Melinda Ring, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Ring completed her residency at University of Chicago Medical Center. Dr. Ring is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ring’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ring’s office at (312) 926-3627.
Where did Dr. Ring go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Chicago Medical Center | University Of Health Sciences/Chicago Medical School
Is Dr. Ring board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Ring, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ring speak?
Dr. Ring and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ring typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ring 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. Ring. 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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
- Shrinking Thyroid Gland
- Acquired Thyroid Wasting
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
- E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)
Also known as:
- Hormone Replacement Therapy
- HRT
- Hormone therapy
- Menopausal hormone treatment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79890: Hormone replacement therapy
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis
- Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Menopause
- Climacteric
- The Change of Life
- Postmenopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ring typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Melinda Ring 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. Ring's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ring accept my insurance?
Dr. Ring accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 926-3627 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ring accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ring in Chicago, 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
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ring's office located?
Dr. Melinda Ring's Primary Practice
150 E Huron St Ste 1100
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 926-3627
What is Dr. Ring's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ring's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245348333.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ring?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ring
What is Dr. Melinda Ring's specialty?
Dr. Ring is a Internist near Chicago, 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. Melinda Ring affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ring is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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
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Is Melinda Ring accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Ring is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melinda Ring offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ring's office at (312) 926-3627 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melinda Ring?
Please contact Dr. Ring's office at (312) 926-3627 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melinda Ring have?
Dr. Melinda Ring is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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