31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Mekonen, Infectious Disease Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Endale Mekonen, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Mekonen graduated from Comenius University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ill Masonic Med Ctr/ University Of Ill. Dr. Mekonen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mekonen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mekonen’s office at (773) 978-4330.
Where did Dr. Mekonen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ill Masonic Med Ctr/ University Of Ill | Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Medical School: Univerzita Komenskeho, Bratislave | Comenius University School of Medicine | Comenius University School of Medicine | UNIVERSITY KOMENSKEHO
What languages does Dr. Mekonen speak?
Dr. Mekonen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Mekonen typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Mekonen 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. Mekonen. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Cellulitis
- Skin infection
- Bacterial skin inflammation
- Acute skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Foot Ulcer from Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Diabetic Foot Sore
ICD-10 Codes:
- E13621: Other specified diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Mekonen typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Endale Mekonen may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Mekonen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mekonen accept my insurance?
Dr. Mekonen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 978-4330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mekonen accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Mekonen in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mekonen's office located?
Dr. Endale Mekonen's Primary Practice
2315 E 93rd St Ste 339
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 978-4330
What is Dr. Mekonen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mekonen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790701472.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mekonen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mekonen
What is Dr. Endale Mekonen's specialty?
Dr. Mekonen is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Endale Mekonen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mekonen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Thorek Memorial 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Endale Mekonen accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Endale Mekonen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Endale Mekonen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mekonen's office at (773) 978-4330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Endale Mekonen?
Please contact Dr. Mekonen's office at (773) 978-4330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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