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Dr. Edith Chernoff, MD

Dr. Edith Chernoff, MD

Clinical Geneticist, Pediatrician

Chicago, IL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Chernoff, Clinical Geneticist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Edith Chernoff, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Chernoff graduated from Albert Einstein and completed her residency at Clinical Ctr At The Nih, Medical Genetics; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Pediatrics. She is a member of the AAP, Amer College Med Genetics, and Amer. Soc. of Human Genetics. Dr. Chernoff is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chernoff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chernoff’s office at (773) 363-6700.

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

    • Residency: Clinical Ctr At The Nih, Medical Genetics; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Pediatrics | A Einstein College M Yeshiva University | Montefiore Medical Center

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein

    Is Dr. Chernoff board certified as a Clinical Geneticist?

    Yes, Dr. Edith Chernoff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Chernoff speak?

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

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Chernoff typically treat?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Chernoff 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. Chernoff. 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:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Other Developmental Disabilities
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Atypical psychological development
    • Unspecified developmental disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Down Syndrome
    • Trisomy 21
    • Mongolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chromosomal Abnormality
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Genetic Chromosome Disorder
    • Chromosome Problem
    • Aneuploidy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q999: Chromosomal abnormality, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Birth Defects or Genetic Disorder
    • Birth Defects
    • Family History
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Genetic risk for birth defects
    • Hereditary chromosomal abnormalities
    • Congenital anomalies in family

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8279: Family history of other congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities

    What procedures does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Chernoff typically perform?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by Dr. Edith Chernoff may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chernoff's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chernoff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chernoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 363-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chernoff's office located?

    Dr. Edith Chernoff's Primary Practice

    6501 S Promontory Dr

    Chicago, IL 60649

    (773) 363-6700

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    Dr. Edith Chernoff's Practice 2

    65 Th St At Lake Michigan

    Chicago, IL 60649

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chernoff affiliated with?

    Dr. Chernoff has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL
    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL
    Uchicago Medicine Northwest Indiana,Crown Point, IN

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of AAP

    • Member of Amer College Med Genetics

    • Member of Amer. Soc. of Human Genetics

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

    Dr. Chernoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699870477.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chernoff?

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

    What is Dr. Edith Chernoff's specialty?

    Dr. Chernoff is a Clinical Geneticist near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Clinical Geneticist do?

    A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders.

    Is Dr. Edith Chernoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Chernoff is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uchicago Medicine, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago, Uchicago Medicine Northwest Indiana. 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

    When to see a Clinical Geneticist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Geneticist. 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 Dr. Edith Chernoff accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Edith Chernoff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edith Chernoff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chernoff's office at (773) 363-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edith Chernoff?

    Please contact Dr. Chernoff's office at (773) 363-6700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chernoff's office located?

    Dr. Chernoff's office is located in Chicago, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edith Chernoff have?

    Dr. Edith Chernoff is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.