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Dr. Stephen Persell, MD

Dr. Stephen Persell, MD

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Persell, Internist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Stephen Persell, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Persell completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Persell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Persell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Persell’s office at (312) 695-8630.

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

    • Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine | Brigham and Women's Hospital | Harvard Medical School Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Persell board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Persell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Persell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Persell typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Persell 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. Persell. 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 Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Persell typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Persell 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. Persell. 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:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Persell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Persell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-8630 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Persell accept in Chicago, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Persell's office located?

    200 Dept Of Internal Med

    675 N Saint Clair St Ste 18-200

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 695-8630

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

    Dr. Persell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831124585.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Persell?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Persell's specialty?

    Dr. Persell 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. Stephen Persell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Persell is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Stephen Persell accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Persell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Persell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Persell's office at (312) 695-8630 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Persell?

    Please contact Dr. Persell's office at (312) 695-8630 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Persell have?

    Dr. Stephen Persell is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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