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Dr. Leonard Elkun, MD
Chicago, IL
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Elkun, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Leonard Elkun, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Elkun completed his residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Psychiatry; Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Elkun is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elkun’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elkun’s office at (312) 943-8322.
Where did Dr. Elkun go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Psychiatry; Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Manitoba- Fac Of Med- Winnipeg- Man- Canada
What languages does Dr. Elkun speak?
Dr. Elkun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Elkun treat?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Elkun 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. Elkun. 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Chronic PTSD
- Long-term Trauma Stress
- Complex PTSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4312: Post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Which procedures does Dr. Elkun perform as a Geriatric Psychiatrist?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Leonard Elkun may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elkun's office.
Does Dr. Elkun accept my insurance?
Dr. Elkun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 943-8322 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elkun accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Elkun in Chicago, 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
Allied Benefit Systems
Ascension Health
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elkun's office located?
Dr. Leonard Elkun's Primary Practice
411 W Ontario St Apt 402
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 943-8322
What is Dr. Elkun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elkun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023129145.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elkun
What is Dr. Leonard Elkun's specialty?
Dr. Elkun is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Chicago, IL. Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients. Contact Dr. Elkun to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leonard Elkun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Elkun is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Psychiatrist?
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Is Leonard Elkun accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Leonard Elkun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leonard Elkun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elkun's office at (312) 943-8322 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leonard Elkun?
Please contact Dr. Elkun's office at (312) 943-8322 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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