41 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Florentino, Family Medicine Specialist in Des Plaines, IL?
Dr. Pocholo Florentino, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Plaines, IL. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Florentino graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency at Swedish Covenant Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Florentino is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Florentino’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Florentino’s office at 847- 716-7800.
Where did Dr. Florentino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Swedish Covenant Hosp, Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
Is Dr. Florentino board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Pocholo Florentino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Florentino speak?
Dr. Florentino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Florentino typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Florentino 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. Florentino. 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:
- Medical Exam for Unspecified Reason
- General medical observation
- Routine checkup
- Unspecified health assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z049: Encounter for examination and observation for unspecified reason
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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Florentino typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Pocholo Florentino may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Florentino's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Florentino accept my insurance?
Dr. Florentino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 847- 716-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Florentino accept in Des Plaines, IL?
Dr. Florentino in Des Plaines, 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
Assurant
Centene
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Florentino's office located?
What is Dr. Florentino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Florentino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982720314.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Florentino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Florentino
What is Dr. Pocholo Florentino's specialty?
Dr. Florentino is a Family Medicine Specialist near Des Plaines, 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 this Dr. Pocholo Florentino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Florentino is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il), Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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 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 Pocholo Florentino accepting new patients in Des Plaines, IL?
Yes, Dr. Pocholo Florentino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pocholo Florentino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Florentino's office at 847- 716-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pocholo Florentino?
Please contact Dr. Florentino's office at 847- 716-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pocholo Florentino have?
Dr. Pocholo Florentino is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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Des Plaines Medical Care
646 W. Algonquin Rd.
Des Plaines, IL 60016