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Dr. Theisha Perkins, MD

Pediatrician

Calumet City, IL

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Perkins, Pediatrician in Calumet City, IL?

    Dr. Theisha Perkins, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Calumet City, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Perkins completed her residency at Mt Sinai Hosp-Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Perkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perkins’s office at (708) 868-9457.

    Where did Dr. Perkins go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Hosp-Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    Is Dr. Perkins board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Theisha Perkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Perkins speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Perkins typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Perkins 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. Perkins. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • School Admission Health Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • School Physical
    • College Entry Exam
    • Educational Institution Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z020: Encounter for examination for admission to educational institution

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Perkins typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Theisha Perkins may include:

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

    Does Dr. Perkins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Perkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 868-9457 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Perkins accept in Calumet City, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Perkins' office located?

    Dr. Theisha Perkins' Primary Practice

    364 Torrence Ave

    Calumet City, IL 60409

    (708) 868-9457

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    Dr. Theisha Perkins' Practice 2

    570 E 115th St

    Chicago, IL 60628

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    What hospitals are Dr. Perkins affiliated with?

    Dr. Perkins has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL
    Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL

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

    Dr. Perkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356459549.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perkins?

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

    What is Dr. Theisha Perkins's specialty?

    Dr. Perkins is a Pediatrician near Calumet City, IL.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Theisha Perkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Perkins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago, Uchicago Medicine. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Theisha Perkins accepting new patients in Calumet City, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Theisha Perkins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Theisha Perkins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Perkins' office at (708) 868-9457 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Theisha Perkins?

    Please contact Dr. Perkins' office at (708) 868-9457 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Perkins' office located?

    Dr. Perkins' offices are located in Calumet City, IL and Chicago, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Theisha Perkins have?

    Dr. Theisha Perkins is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.