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Dr. Giancarlo Pizzino, MD

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pizzino, Hospitalist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Giancarlo Pizzino, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Pizzino is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pizzino’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pizzino’s office at (866) 600-2273.

    What languages does Dr. Pizzino speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pizzino treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Pizzino 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. Pizzino. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Failure to Thrive
    • Geriatric Failure to Thrive
    • Unexplained Decline in Adults
    • Wasting Syndrome in Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R627: Adult failure to thrive

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Which procedures does Dr. Pizzino perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Giancarlo Pizzino may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pizzino's office.

    Does Dr. Pizzino accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pizzino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (866) 600-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Pizzino in Chicago, 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

    • Centene

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pizzino's office located?

    Dr. Giancarlo Pizzino's Primary Practice

    1740 W Taylor St

    Chicago, IL 60612

    (866) 600-2273

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

    Dr. Pizzino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912584111.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pizzino?

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

    What is Dr. Giancarlo Pizzino's specialty?

    Dr. Pizzino is a Hospitalist near Chicago, IL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Pizzino to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Giancarlo Pizzino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pizzino is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Giancarlo Pizzino accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Giancarlo Pizzino is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Giancarlo Pizzino offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pizzino's office at (866) 600-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Giancarlo Pizzino?

    Please contact Dr. Pizzino's office at (866) 600-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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