
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Claiborne, Family Medicine Specialist in Skokie, IL?
Dr. Saundra Claiborne, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Skokie, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Claiborne is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Claiborne’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Claiborne’s office at (224) 364-2273.
Is Dr. Claiborne board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Saundra Claiborne, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Claiborne speak?
Dr. Claiborne and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Claiborne typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Claiborne 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. Claiborne. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Claiborne typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Claiborne 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. Claiborne. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Simple Wound Repair (Small)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Minor Laceration Repair
- Superficial Wound Closure
- Small Cut Stitching
- Simple Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12001: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Does Dr. Claiborne accept my insurance?
Dr. Claiborne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (224) 364-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Claiborne accept in Skokie, IL?
Dr. Claiborne in Skokie, 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Northshore University Healthsystem
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Claiborne's office located?
What is Dr. Claiborne's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Claiborne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821199530.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Claiborne?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Claiborne
What is Dr. Saundra Claiborne's specialty?
Dr. Claiborne is a Family Medicine Specialist near Skokie, IL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Saundra Claiborne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Claiborne is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Endeavor Health Northwest Community 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Saundra Claiborne accepting new patients in Skokie, IL?
Yes, Dr. Saundra Claiborne is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saundra Claiborne offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Claiborne's office at (224) 364-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saundra Claiborne?
Please contact Dr. Claiborne's office at (224) 364-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Saundra Claiborne have?
Dr. Saundra Claiborne is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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