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Dr. Caitlin Sershon, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Skokie, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sershon, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Skokie, IL?

    Dr. Caitlin Sershon, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Skokie, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sershon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sershon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sershon’s office at (847) 570-2114.

    What languages does Dr. Sershon speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sershon typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sershon 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. Sershon. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sershon typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Caitlin Sershon may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sershon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sershon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 570-2114 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sershon accept in Skokie, IL?

    Dr. Sershon in Skokie, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sershon's office located?

    Dr. Caitlin Sershon's Primary Practice

    4901 Searle Pkwy Ste 150

    Skokie, IL 60077

    (847) 570-2114

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    Dr. Caitlin Sershon's Practice 2

    2650 Ridge Ave Ste 1223

    Evanston, IL 60201

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

    Dr. Sershon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922684505.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sershon?

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

    What is Dr. Caitlin Sershon's specialty?

    Dr. Sershon is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Skokie, IL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Caitlin Sershon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sershon is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Caitlin Sershon accepting new patients in Skokie, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Caitlin Sershon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Caitlin Sershon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sershon's office at (847) 570-2114 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Caitlin Sershon?

    Please contact Dr. Sershon's office at (847) 570-2114 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sershon's office located?

    Dr. Sershon's offices are located in Skokie, IL and Evanston, IL.