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Who is Dr. Novak, Infectious Disease Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Richard Novak is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Novak completed his residency at Univ Il Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine. Dr. Novak is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Novak’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Novak’s office at (312) 355-4000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Novak?
Dr. Richard Novak is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Novak empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago/IL community, Dr. Novak is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Novak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Rush Med Coll of Rush University, Chicago Il
Is Dr. Novak board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Novak is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Novak speak?
Dr. Novak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Novak treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Novak 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. Novak. 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:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Which procedures does Dr. Novak perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Novak may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Novak's office.
Does Dr. Novak accept my insurance?
Dr. Novak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 355-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Novak accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Novak in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicare
Oscar
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Where is Dr. Novak's office located?
What is Dr. Novak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Novak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427155837.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Novak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Novak
What is Dr. Richard Novak's specialty?
Dr. Novak is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Chicago, IL.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Novak to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Richard Novak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Novak is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University of Illinois 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Richard Novak accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Richard Novak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Novak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Novak's office at (312) 355-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Novak?
Please contact Dr. Novak's office at (312) 355-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Novak have?
Dr. Richard Novak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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