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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aref, Internist in Glenview, IL?
Dr. Amir Aref is an Internist, who primarily practices in Glenview, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Aref graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed his residency at Miriam Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine. Dr. Aref is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aref’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aref’s office.
Where did Dr. Aref go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Miriam Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi | New Jersey College of Dentistry
Is Dr. Aref board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Amir Aref is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Aref speak?
Dr. Aref and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Aref typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Aref 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. Aref. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Aref typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Aref performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Aref. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Aref accept my insurance?
Dr. Aref accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aref accept in Glenview, IL?
Dr. Aref in Glenview, 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
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Aref's office located?
What is Dr. Aref's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aref's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063522126.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aref?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aref
What is Dr. Amir Aref's specialty?
Dr. Aref is a Internist near Glenview, 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. Amir Aref affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aref is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa 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 Amir Aref accepting new patients in Glenview, IL?
Yes, Dr. Amir Aref is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amir Aref offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aref's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amir Aref?
Please contact Dr. Aref's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amir Aref have?
Dr. Amir Aref is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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2600 Compass Rd
Glenview, IL 60026