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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ares, Pediatric Surgeon in Maywood, IL?
Dr. Guillermo Ares, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Maywood, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ares is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ares’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ares’s office at (708) 216-9000.
What languages does Dr. Ares speak?
Dr. Ares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Ares typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Ares 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. Ares. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Ares typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Ares 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. Ares. 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:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gastrostomy
- Keyhole Stomach Opening
- Laparoscopic Stomach Tube Placement
- Stamm Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43653: Laparoscopy, surgical; gastrostomy, without construction of gastric tube (eg, Stamm procedure) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Simple Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Pilonidal Sinus Excision
- Tailbone Cyst Removal
- Sacrococcygeal Cyst Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11770: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; simple
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Does Dr. Ares accept my insurance?
Dr. Ares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 216-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ares accept in Maywood, IL?
Dr. Ares in Maywood, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ares' office located?
What is Dr. Ares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942542105.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ares
What is Dr. Guillermo Ares's specialty?
Dr. Ares is a Pediatric Surgeon near Maywood, IL.
What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. Guillermo Ares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ares is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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 Guillermo Ares accepting new patients in Maywood, IL?
No, Dr. Guillermo Ares is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Guillermo Ares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ares's office at (708) 216-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Guillermo Ares?
Please contact Dr. Ares's office at (708) 216-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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