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Dr. Helena Podgorska, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Norridge, IL

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Podgorska, Family Medicine Specialist in Norridge, IL?

    Dr. Helena Podgorska, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norridge, IL. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Podgorska graduated from Jagiellonian University Medical College and completed her residency at Cook County Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Podgorska is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Podgorska’s office at (708) 456-1600.

    Where did Dr. Podgorska go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Cook County Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Coll Med- Univ Jagiellonski- Krakow- Poland | Academy Of Medicine, Warsaw University | Jagiellonian University Medical College | Collegium Medicum im. Ludwika Rydygiera

    Is Dr. Podgorska board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Helena Podgorska, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Podgorska speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Podgorska typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Podgorska 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. Podgorska. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Podgorska typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Helena Podgorska may include:

    Please contact Dr. Podgorska's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Podgorska accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Podgorska's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Podgorska's office located?

    Dr. Helena Podgorska's Primary Practice

    4900 N Cumberland Ave

    Norridge, IL 60706

    (708) 456-1600

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

    Dr. Podgorska's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871674267.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Podgorska?

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

    What is Dr. Helena Podgorska's specialty?

    Dr. Podgorska is a Family Medicine Specialist near Norridge, IL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Helena Podgorska affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Podgorska is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Helena Podgorska accepting new patients in Norridge, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Helena Podgorska is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helena Podgorska offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Podgorska's office at (708) 456-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Helena Podgorska?

    Please contact Dr. Podgorska's office at (708) 456-1600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Podgorska's office located?

    Dr. Podgorska's office is located in Norridge, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Helena Podgorska have?

    Dr. Helena Podgorska is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.