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Dr. Leanne Bensko, MD

Pediatrician

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bensko, Pediatrician in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Leanne Bensko, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Bensko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bensko’s office at (312) 642-5515.

    What languages does Dr. Bensko speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bensko typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bensko 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. Bensko. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bensko typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Leanne Bensko may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bensko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bensko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 642-5515 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bensko's office located?

    Dr. Leanne Bensko's Primary Practice

    680 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 1050

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 642-5515

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

    Dr. Bensko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013228204.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bensko?

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

    What is Dr. Leanne Bensko's specialty?

    Dr. Bensko 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. Leanne Bensko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bensko is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Leanne Bensko accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Leanne Bensko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leanne Bensko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bensko's office at (312) 642-5515 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leanne Bensko?

    Please contact Dr. Bensko's office at (312) 642-5515 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bensko's office located?

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