Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cho, Hospitalist in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Nicole Cho, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cho completed her residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine-Chicago - Internal Medicine. Dr. Cho is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cho’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cho’s office at (312) 647-8641.
Where did Dr. Cho go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Illinois College of Medicine-Chicago - Internal Medicine
Medical School: Chicago Medical School (Education)
What languages does Dr. Cho speak?
Dr. Cho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Cho typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Cho typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicole Cho may include:
Please contact Dr. Cho's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cho accept my insurance?
Dr. Cho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 647-8641 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cho accept in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Cho in Palos Heights, 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)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cho's office located?
Dr. Nicole Cho's Primary Practice
12251 S 80th Ave
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(312) 647-8641
What is Dr. Cho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952954919.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cho
What is Dr. Nicole Cho's specialty?
Dr. Cho is a Hospitalist near Palos Heights, IL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Nicole Cho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cho is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Silver Cross 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 Nicole Cho accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?
No, Dr. Nicole Cho is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicole Cho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (312) 647-8641 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicole Cho?
Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (312) 647-8641 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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