18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Megahed, Pediatrician in Algonquin, IL?
Dr. Amr Megahed, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Algonquin, IL. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Megahed completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Megahed is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Megahed’s office at (847) 854-5900.
Where did Dr. Megahed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Pediatrics
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
Is Dr. Megahed board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Amr Megahed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Megahed speak?
Dr. Megahed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Megahed typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Megahed 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. Megahed. 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 here.
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:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Megahed typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Megahed 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. Megahed. 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 here.
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
Does Dr. Megahed accept my insurance?
Dr. Megahed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 854-5900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Megahed accept in Algonquin, IL?
Dr. Megahed in Algonquin, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Megahed's office located?
What is Dr. Megahed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Megahed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750486981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Megahed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Megahed
What is Dr. Amr Megahed's specialty?
Dr. Megahed is a Pediatrician near Algonquin, 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 this Dr. Amr Megahed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Megahed is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il), Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Advocate Good Shepherd 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Amr Megahed accepting new patients in Algonquin, IL?
Yes, Dr. Amr Megahed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amr Megahed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Megahed's office at (847) 854-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amr Megahed?
Please contact Dr. Megahed's office at (847) 854-5900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amr Megahed have?
Dr. Amr Megahed is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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