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Dr. Joshua Zavitz, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zavitz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Joshua Zavitz, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Zavitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zavitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zavitz’s office at (773) 774-8000.

    What languages does Dr. Zavitz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zavitz typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zavitz 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. Zavitz. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, 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

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Violent Behavior
    • Mental Disorder
    • Aggressive behavior
    • Acts of violence
    • Impulsive aggression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R456: Violent behavior

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zavitz typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Zavitz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zavitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zavitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 774-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alliance Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Promedica Health Systems

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    Where is Dr. Zavitz's office located?

    Dr. Joshua Zavitz's Primary Practice

    7435 W Talcott Ave

    Chicago, IL 60631

    (773) 774-8000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Zavitz affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Zavitz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center,Winston Salem, NC

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

    Dr. Zavitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437479151.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zavitz?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Zavitz's specialty?

    Dr. Zavitz is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Joshua Zavitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zavitz is affiliated with Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital, Duke University 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Joshua Zavitz accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Zavitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Zavitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zavitz's office at (773) 774-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua Zavitz?

    Please contact Dr. Zavitz's office at (773) 774-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zavitz's office located?

    Dr. Zavitz's office is located in Chicago, IL.