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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palama, Pediatrician in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Brett Palama, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Palama is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palama’s office at (773) 702-7553.
Where did Dr. Palama go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch
What languages does Dr. Palama speak?
Dr. Palama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Palama typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Palama 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. Palama. 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:
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
- Asthma
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
- Prolonged Asthma Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4532: Mild persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4552: Severe persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Palama typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Brett Palama may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Palama's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Palama accept my insurance?
Dr. Palama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 702-7553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palama accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Palama 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)
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Palama's office located?
What is Dr. Palama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992090575.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palama
What is Dr. Brett Palama's specialty?
Dr. Palama 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 this Dr. Brett Palama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palama is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Brett Palama accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Brett Palama is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Palama offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palama's office at (773) 702-7553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Palama?
Please contact Dr. Palama's office at (773) 702-7553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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