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Dr. Shoshana Waskow, MD

Dr. Shoshana Waskow, MD

Pediatrician

Wilmette, IL

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waskow, Pediatrician in Wilmette, IL?

    Dr. Shoshana Waskow, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Wilmette, IL. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Waskow graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed her residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Pediatrics. Dr. Waskow is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waskow’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waskow’s office at (847) 256-6480.

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

    • Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Waskow board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Shoshana Waskow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Waskow speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Waskow typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Waskow 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. Waskow. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Waskow typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Shoshana Waskow may include:

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

    Does Dr. Waskow accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waskow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 256-6480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waskow accept in Wilmette, IL?

    Dr. Waskow in Wilmette, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waskow's office located?

    Dr. Shoshana Waskow's Primary Practice

    1144 Wilmette Ave

    Wilmette, IL 60091

    (847) 256-6480

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    What hospitals are Dr. Waskow affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Waskow has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL

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

    Dr. Waskow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679648125.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waskow?

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

    What is Dr. Shoshana Waskow's specialty?

    Dr. Waskow is a Pediatrician near Wilmette, 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 Dr. Shoshana Waskow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waskow is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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 Dr. Shoshana Waskow accepting new patients in Wilmette, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Shoshana Waskow is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shoshana Waskow offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waskow's office at (847) 256-6480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shoshana Waskow?

    Please contact Dr. Waskow's office at (847) 256-6480 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waskow's office located?

    Dr. Waskow's office is located in Wilmette, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shoshana Waskow have?

    Dr. Shoshana Waskow is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.