38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Giger, Internist in Elmhurst, IL?
Dr. Charles Giger, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Giger graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Giger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giger’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giger’s office at (630) 758-8885.
Where did Dr. Giger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Advocate Lutheran General Hospital | Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Giger board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Giger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Giger speak?
Dr. Giger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Giger treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Giger 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. Giger. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with 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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Other Acute Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Other acute sinusitis
- Unspecified acute sinus inflammation
- Different types of acute sinus infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0180: Other acute sinusitis
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- SARS Coronavirus Infection
- Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome
- SARS Virus
- SARS-CoV Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9721: SARS-associated coronavirus as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder with Anxiety
- Mental Disorder
- Stress-Related Anxiety
- Anxiety from Life Changes
- Situational Anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4322: Adjustment disorder with anxiety
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- Pernicious Anemia
- B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D510: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to intrinsic factor deficiency
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Which procedures does Dr. Giger perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Charles Giger 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Giger's office.
Does Dr. Giger accept my insurance?
Dr. Giger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 758-8885 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Giger accept in Elmhurst, IL?
Dr. Giger in Elmhurst, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Essence Healthcare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Giger's office located?
Dr. Charles Giger's Primary Practice
1200 S York St Ste 3250
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 758-8885
What is Dr. Giger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275558496.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giger
What is Dr. Charles Giger's specialty?
Dr. Giger is a Internist near Elmhurst, IL.
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.
Contact Dr. Giger to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Charles Giger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Giger is affiliated with Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Charles Giger accepting new patients in Elmhurst, IL?
Yes, Dr. Charles Giger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Giger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Giger's office at (630) 758-8885 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Giger?
Please contact Dr. Giger's office at (630) 758-8885 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Giger have?
Dr. Charles Giger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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