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Dr. Richard Lenz, DO

Elmhurst, IL

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lenz, Anesthesiologist in Elmhurst, IL?

    Dr. Richard Lenz, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Lenz graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed his residency at Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Lenz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lenz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lenz’s office at (331) 221-1000.

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

    • Residency: Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Brigham & Women's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

    Is Dr. Lenz board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Lenz, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Lenz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lenz treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lenz 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. Lenz. 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:

    • 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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Intestinal Diverticula
    • Pouches in Intestine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5790: Diverticulosis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Torn Meniscus
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Meniscus Tear
    • Knee Cartilage Tear
    • Meniscal Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    What procedures does Dr. Lenz perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lenz performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lenz. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Does Dr. Lenz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lenz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (331) 221-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lenz accept in Elmhurst, IL?

    Dr. Lenz 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

    • Tria Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lenz's office located?

    Dr. Richard Lenz's Primary Practice

    155 E Brush Hill Rd

    Elmhurst, IL 60126

    (331) 221-1000

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    Dr. Richard Lenz's Practice 2

    200 N Berteau Ave

    Elmhurst, IL 60126

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    Dr. Richard Lenz's Practice 3

    1200 S York St

    Elmhurst, IL 60126

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

    Dr. Lenz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538260815.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lenz?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Lenz's specialty?

    Dr. Lenz is a Anesthesiologist near Elmhurst, IL. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Lenz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Lenz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lenz is affiliated with Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital, Endeavor Health Edward 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

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    Is Richard Lenz accepting new patients in Elmhurst, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Lenz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Lenz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lenz's office at (331) 221-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Lenz?

    Please contact Dr. Lenz's office at (331) 221-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Lenz have?

    Dr. Richard Lenz is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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