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Dr. Christopher Sparrow, MD

Peoria, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sparrow, Hospitalist in Peoria, IL?

    Dr. Christopher Sparrow, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Peoria, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sparrow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sparrow’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sparrow’s office at (309) 589-2050.

    What languages does Dr. Sparrow speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sparrow treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sparrow 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. Sparrow. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
    • Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
    • Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Assist Device
    • Ventricular assist device (VAD)
    • Artificial heart pump
    • Cardiac support device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95811: Presence of heart assist device

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Which procedures does Dr. Sparrow perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Sparrow may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sparrow's office.

    Does Dr. Sparrow accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sparrow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 589-2050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sparrow accept in Peoria, IL?

    Dr. Sparrow in Peoria, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Tennessee

    • Tria Health

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    Where is Dr. Sparrow's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Sparrow's Primary Practice

    5405 N Knoxville Ave

    Peoria, IL 61614

    (309) 589-2050

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    Dr. Christopher Sparrow's Practice 2

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

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

    Dr. Sparrow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457647810.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sparrow?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Sparrow's specialty?

    Dr. Sparrow is a Hospitalist near Peoria, IL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Sparrow to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Sparrow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sparrow is affiliated with OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center, OSF HealthCare St. Joseph Medical Center, Graham Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony Medical Center, Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Christopher Sparrow accepting new patients in Peoria, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Sparrow is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Sparrow offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sparrow's office at (309) 589-2050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Sparrow?

    Please contact Dr. Sparrow's office at (309) 589-2050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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