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Dr. Alex Kostiv, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Vernon Hills, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kostiv, Family Medicine Specialist in Vernon Hills, IL?

    Dr. Alex Kostiv, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Vernon Hills, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kostiv is fluent in English, Polish, Russian, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kostiv’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kostiv’s office at (847) 549-3171.

    Is Dr. Kostiv board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Alex Kostiv, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kostiv speak?

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

    • English
    • Polish
    • Russian
    • Ukrainian

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kostiv typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kostiv 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. Kostiv. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kostiv typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alex Kostiv may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kostiv accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kostiv accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 549-3171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kostiv accept in Vernon Hills, IL?

    Dr. Kostiv in Vernon Hills, 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

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kostiv's office located?

    Dr. Alex Kostiv's Primary Practice

    565 Lakeview Pkwy Ste 190

    Vernon Hills, IL 60061

    (847) 549-3171

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    24

    7900 N Milwaukee Ave Ste 2

    Niles, IL 60714

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

    Dr. Kostiv's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639317217.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kostiv?

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

    What is Dr. Alex Kostiv's specialty?

    Dr. Kostiv is a Family Medicine Specialist near Vernon Hills, IL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Alex Kostiv affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kostiv is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Advocate Condell Medical Center, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Northwestern Memorial 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Alex Kostiv accepting new patients in Vernon Hills, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Alex Kostiv is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alex Kostiv offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kostiv's office at (847) 549-3171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alex Kostiv?

    Please contact Dr. Kostiv's office at (847) 549-3171 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kostiv's office located?

    Dr. Kostiv's offices are located in Vernon Hills, IL and Niles, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alex Kostiv have?

    Dr. Alex Kostiv is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.