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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Espel, Critical Care Internist in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Julia Espel, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Espel is fluent in English, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Espel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Espel’s office at (708) 923-3388.
Where did Dr. Espel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch
Is Dr. Espel board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Julia Espel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Espel speak?
Dr. Espel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Espel treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Espel 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. Espel. 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:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Abnormal Lung Function Test
- Lung Disease
- Irregular Pulmonary Function Study
- Unusual Breathing Test
- Lung Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R942: Abnormal results of pulmonary function studies
Also known as:
- Tracheostomy Care
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach Care
- Trachea Tube Management
- Breathing Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z430: Encounter for attention to tracheostomy
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Which procedures does Dr. Espel perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Julia Espel may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Espel's office.
Does Dr. Espel accept my insurance?
Dr. Espel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 923-3388 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Espel accept in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Espel in Oak Lawn, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Espel's office located?
What is Dr. Espel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Espel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134456742.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Espel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Espel
What is Dr. Julia Espel's specialty?
Dr. Espel is a Critical Care Internist near Oak Lawn, IL. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Espel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Julia Espel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Espel is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Julia Espel accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?
Yes, Dr. Julia Espel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Julia Espel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Espel's office at (708) 923-3388 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Julia Espel?
Please contact Dr. Espel's office at (708) 923-3388 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Julia Espel have?
Dr. Julia Espel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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