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Dr. Benjamin Katholi, MD

Dr. Benjamin Katholi, MD

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Katholi, Pediatric Physiatrist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Benjamin Katholi, MD is a Pediatric Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Katholi graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Katholi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katholi’s office at (800) 543-7362.

    Where did Dr. Katholi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Katholi board certified as a Pediatric Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Katholi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Katholi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Physiatrist like Dr. Katholi typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Katholi 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. Katholi. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Injury
    • Brachial Plexus Injuries
    • Brachial Plexus Palsy
    • Arm Nerve Damage
    • Shoulder Nerve Injury
    • Brachial Plexus Lesion
    • Shoulder Nerve Damage
    • Arm Nerve Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S143XXD: Injury of brachial plexus, subsequent encounter
    • S143XXA: Injury of brachial plexus, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Stiff Joint
    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint Rigidity
    • Limited Joint Movement
    • Reduced Joint Flexibility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2560: Stiffness of unspecified joint, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Disorder
    • Brachial Plexus Injuries
    • Brachial Plexus Injury
    • Shoulder Nerve Damage
    • Arm Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G540: Brachial plexus disorders

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
    • Movement Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
    • Muscle and Joint Problems
    • Bone and Muscle Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system

    Also known as:

    • Hemiplegia
    • Paralysis
    • One-sided paralysis
    • Half-body paralysis
    • Hemiparesis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8190: Hemiplegia, unspecified affecting unspecified side

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Diplegia
    • CP with spastic diplegia
    • Little's disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Injury from Birth
    • Brachial Plexus Injuries
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Erb's palsy
    • Newborn arm nerve injury
    • Shoulder nerve damage from birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P143: Other brachial plexus birth injuries

    What procedures does a Pediatric Physiatrist like Dr. Katholi typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Katholi 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. Katholi. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Walking Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Walking Cast
    • Ambulatory Short Leg Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type

    Also known as:

    • Dry Needling for Muscles
    • Therapeutic Dry Needling
    • Muscle Needle Therapy
    • Multiple Muscle Needling

    CPT Codes:

    • 20561: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 3 or more muscles

    Does Dr. Katholi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Katholi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 543-7362 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Katholi 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Katholi's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Katholi's Primary Practice

    2515 N Clark St Fl 8

    Chicago, IL 60614

    (800) 543-7362

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    Dr. Benjamin Katholi's Practice 2

    225 E Chicago Ave Ste 4NE

    Chicago, IL 60611

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

    Dr. Katholi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093971004.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katholi?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Katholi's specialty?

    Dr. Katholi is a Pediatric Physiatrist near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Pediatric Physiatrist do?

    A physiatrist who employs an interdisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of congenital and childhood-onset physical impairments. This specialist addresses related or secondary medical, physical, functional, psychosocial, and vocational limitations, with a focus on understanding the life course of disability. Trained in identifying functional capabilities, this physician selects the most effective rehabilitation intervention strategies while considering the continuum of care for their patients.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Katholi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Katholi is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Advocate Good Shepherd 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 Pediatric Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Benjamin Katholi accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Katholi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Katholi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Katholi's office at (800) 543-7362 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Katholi?

    Please contact Dr. Katholi's office at (800) 543-7362 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Katholi have?

    Dr. Benjamin Katholi is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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