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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. German, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Benjamin German, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. German is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. German’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. German’s office at (872) 588-3580.
What languages does Dr. German speak?
Dr. German and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. German typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. German 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. German. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. German typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin German may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. German's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. German accept my insurance?
Dr. German accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (872) 588-3580 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. German accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. German in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
Family Health Network
Group 1001
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. German's office located?
Dr. Benjamin German's Primary Practice
3219 W Carroll Ave
Chicago, IL 60624
(872) 588-3580
What hospitals are Dr. German affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. German has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il,Chicago, IL
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il,Chicago, IL
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, ILRanked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Rush University Medical Center,Chicago, ILRanked Colon Surgery
Rush University Medical Center,Chicago, IL
Ranked Colon Surgery
West Suburban Medical Center,Oak Park, IL
West Suburban Medical Center,Oak Park, IL
Rush Copley Medical Center,Aurora, IL
Rush Copley Medical Center,Aurora, IL
Loretto Hospital,Chicago, IL
Loretto Hospital,Chicago, IL
What is Dr. German's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. German's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740716281.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. German?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. German
What is Dr. Benjamin German's specialty?
Dr. German is an 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 Dr. Benjamin German affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. German is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Rush University Medical Center 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
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Is Dr. Benjamin German accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
No, Dr. Benjamin German is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin German offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. German's office at (872) 588-3580 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin German?
Please contact Dr. German's office at (872) 588-3580 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. German's office located?
Dr. German's office is located in Chicago, IL.
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