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Dr. Alanna Higgins Joyce, MD

Pediatrician

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Higgins Joyce, Pediatrician in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Alanna Higgins Joyce, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Higgins Joyce graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Higgins Joyce is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higgins Joyce’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higgins Joyce’s office at (312) 227-4000.

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

    • Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Higgins Joyce speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Higgins Joyce typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Higgins Joyce 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. Higgins Joyce. 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Higgins Joyce typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Alanna Higgins Joyce may include:

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

    Does Dr. Higgins Joyce accept my insurance?

    Dr. Higgins Joyce accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Higgins Joyce accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Higgins Joyce in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Higgins Joyce's office located?

    Dr. Alanna Higgins Joyce's Primary Practice

    225 E Chicago Ave

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 227-4000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Higgins Joyce affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Higgins Joyce has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL
    Ascension Mercy,Aurora, IL
    Saint Francis Hospital - Evanston Llc,Evanston, IL

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

    Dr. Higgins Joyce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780826909.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Higgins Joyce?

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

    What is Dr. Alanna Higgins Joyce's specialty?

    Dr. Higgins Joyce is a Pediatrician near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Alanna Higgins Joyce affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Higgins Joyce is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Alanna Higgins Joyce accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Alanna Higgins Joyce is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alanna Higgins Joyce offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Higgins Joyce's office at (312) 227-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alanna Higgins Joyce?

    Please contact Dr. Higgins Joyce's office at (312) 227-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Higgins Joyce's office located?

    Dr. Higgins Joyce's office is located in Chicago, IL.