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Dr. John Ghazi, MD

Chicago, IL

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ghazi, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. John Ghazi, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ghazi is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghazi’s office at (312) 864-0200.

    What languages does Dr. Ghazi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ghazi typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ghazi 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. Ghazi. 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:

    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
    • Neuromuscular Scoliosis
    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teenage scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in teens
    • AIS
    • Scoliosis from nerve problems
    • Scoliosis from muscle problems
    • Secondary scoliosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
    • M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
    • M4145: Neuromuscular scoliosis, thoracolumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Scoliosis Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Scoliosis
    • Post-scoliosis surgery care
    • Scoliosis recovery care
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4782: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following scoliosis surgery

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Congenital Spinal Malformations
    • Birth Defects
    • Spinal birth defects
    • Congenital spine abnormalities
    • Vertebral malformations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q7649: Other congenital malformations of spine, not associated with scoliosis

    What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Ghazi typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ghazi 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. Ghazi. 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:

    • Application of Risser Cast or Brace
    • Risser Jacket Application
    • Spinal Cast
    • Scoliosis Brace Application
    • Body Cast for Spine

    CPT Codes:

    • 29010: Application of Risser jacket, localizer, body; only

    Also known as:

    • Long Arm Cast Application
    • Shoulder to hand cast
    • Full arm cast
    • Arm fracture cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Does Dr. Ghazi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ghazi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 864-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ghazi accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Ghazi in Chicago, 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

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ghazi's office located?

    Dr. John Ghazi's Primary Practice

    2211 N Oak Park Ave

    Chicago, IL 60707

    (312) 864-0200

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    Dr. John Ghazi's Practice 2

    1901 W Harrison St

    Chicago, IL 60612

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

    Dr. Ghazi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982067823.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghazi?

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

    What is Dr. John Ghazi's specialty?

    Dr. Ghazi is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures.

    Is this Dr. John Ghazi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ghazi is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 John Ghazi accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    No, Dr. John Ghazi is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Ghazi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ghazi's office at (312) 864-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Ghazi?

    Please contact Dr. Ghazi's office at (312) 864-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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