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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Witkowski, Transplant Surgeon in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Piotr Witkowski, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Witkowski is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Witkowski’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Witkowski’s office at (773) 702-1000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Witkowski?
Dr. Piotr Witkowski, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Witkowski empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pancreatic Islet Cell Transplant, Transplant-Kidney, Transplant-Pancreas & Liver, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago/IL community, Dr. Witkowski is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Witkowski speak?
Dr. Witkowski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
What conditions does Dr. Witkowski treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Witkowski 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. Witkowski. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Having a Pancreas Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Pancreas Transplantation
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
- Pancreatic transplant
- Pancreas replacement surgery
- Post-pancreas transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
- Z9483: Pancreas transplant status
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
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:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Witkowski perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Witkowski performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Witkowski. 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.
Also known as:
- Removal of Abdominal Catheter
- Intraperitoneal catheter removal
- Tunneled catheter extraction
- Peritoneal dialysis catheter removal
CPT Codes:
- 49422: Removal of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant (without removing old kidney)
- Renal Allotransplantation
- Kidney Graft Implantation
- New Kidney Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50360: Renal allotransplantation, implantation of graft; without recipient nephrectomy
Does Dr. Witkowski accept my insurance?
Dr. Witkowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 702-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Witkowski accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Witkowski in Chicago, 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
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Indiana
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Witkowski's office located?
Dr. Piotr Witkowski's Primary Practice
5841 S Maryland Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 702-1000
What is Dr. Witkowski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Witkowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104058023.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Witkowski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Witkowski
What is Dr. Piotr Witkowski's specialty?
Dr. Witkowski is a Transplant Surgeon near Chicago, IL. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Witkowski to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Piotr Witkowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Witkowski is affiliated with UChicago Medicine - University of Chicago Medical Center 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
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Is Piotr Witkowski accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Piotr Witkowski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Piotr Witkowski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Witkowski's office at (773) 702-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Piotr Witkowski?
Please contact Dr. Witkowski's office at (773) 702-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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