Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Livak, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Downers Grove, IL?
Dr. Christina Livak, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Downers Grove, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Livak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Livak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Livak’s office at (630) 275-5900.
What languages does Dr. Livak speak?
Dr. Livak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Livak typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Livak 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. Livak. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Livak typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christina Livak may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Livak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Livak accept my insurance?
Dr. Livak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 275-5900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Livak accept in Downers Grove, IL?
Dr. Livak in Downers Grove, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Livak's office located?
Dr. Christina Livak's Primary Practice
3815 Highland Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 275-5900
What hospitals are Dr. Livak affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Livak has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale,Hinsdale, IL
Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked Mastectomy

Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital,Geneva, IL
Gold Standard Top Hospital

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Silver Cross Hospital,New Lenox, IL
Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital,Downers Grove, IL
Mercy Medical Center - Aurora Llc,Aurora, IL
Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Glenoaks,Glendale Heights, IL
What is Dr. Livak's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Livak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760776090.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Livak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Livak
What is Dr. Christina Livak's specialty?
Dr. Livak is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Downers Grove, 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. Christina Livak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Livak is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Silver Cross 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
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Is Dr. Christina Livak accepting new patients in Downers Grove, IL?
Yes, Dr. Christina Livak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Livak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Livak's office at (630) 275-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christina Livak?
Please contact Dr. Livak's office at (630) 275-5900 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Livak's office located?
Dr. Livak's offices are located in Downers Grove, IL and Chicago, IL.
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