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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Striedinger, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Fernando Striedinger, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Striedinger graduated from Universidad Nacional de Colombia Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at EDGEWATER MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Striedinger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Striedinger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Striedinger’s office at (773) 878-4700.
Where did Dr. Striedinger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: EDGEWATER MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Unconfirmed Foreign Training | Pontifical University Javeriana / Faculty of Medicine | Universidad Nacional de Colombia Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Striedinger board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Striedinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Striedinger speak?
Dr. Striedinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Striedinger typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Striedinger 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. Striedinger. 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:
- Overweight
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Striedinger typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Fernando Striedinger may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Striedinger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Striedinger accept my insurance?
Dr. Striedinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 878-4700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Striedinger accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Striedinger 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 Commercial
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Striedinger's office located?
Dr. Fernando Striedinger's Primary Practice
4733 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 878-4700
What is Dr. Striedinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Striedinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851483119.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Striedinger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Striedinger
What is Dr. Fernando Striedinger's specialty?
Dr. Striedinger is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Fernando Striedinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Striedinger is affiliated with Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Fernando Striedinger accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Striedinger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Striedinger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Striedinger's office at (773) 878-4700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Striedinger?
Please contact Dr. Striedinger's office at (773) 878-4700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fernando Striedinger have?
Dr. Fernando Striedinger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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