24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wilsnack, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Joel Wilsnack, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Wilsnack graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wilsnack is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilsnack’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilsnack’s office at (312) 926-3627.
Where did Dr. Wilsnack go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Internal Medicine | Northwestern Memorial Hospital | McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Wilsnack board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Wilsnack, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wilsnack speak?
Dr. Wilsnack and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Wilsnack typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Wilsnack 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. Wilsnack. 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 here.
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Wilsnack typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Wilsnack 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. Wilsnack's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wilsnack accept my insurance?
Dr. Wilsnack accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 926-3627 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wilsnack accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Wilsnack in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wilsnack's office located?
Dr. Joel Wilsnack's Primary Practice
1460 N Halsted St Ste 504
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 926-3627
What is Dr. Wilsnack's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wilsnack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427083062.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilsnack?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wilsnack
What is Dr. Joel Wilsnack's specialty?
Dr. Wilsnack 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. Joel Wilsnack affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wilsnack is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee 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
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Is Joel Wilsnack accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Joel Wilsnack is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Wilsnack offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wilsnack's office at (312) 926-3627 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Wilsnack?
Please contact Dr. Wilsnack's office at (312) 926-3627 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Wilsnack have?
Dr. Joel Wilsnack is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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