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Dr. Brigham Temple, MD

Evanston, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Temple, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Brigham Temple, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Temple completed his residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Temple is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Temple’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Temple’s office at (847) 570-1223.

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

    • Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Allegheny Univ Of Hlth Sciences- Philadelphia Pa

    Is Dr. Temple board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brigham Temple, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Temple speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Temple treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Temple 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. Temple. 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:

    • 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Left Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Left lower quadrant pain
    • Pain in left side of belly
    • Left side abdominal discomfort
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Temple perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Brigham Temple may include:

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

    Does Dr. Temple accept my insurance?

    Dr. Temple accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 570-1223 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Temple accept in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Temple in Evanston, 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

    • Centene

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Temple's office located?

    Dr. Brigham Temple's Primary Practice

    2650 Ridge Ave

    Evanston, IL 60201

    (847) 570-1223

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    Dr. Brigham Temple's Practice 2

    650 W Lake Cook Rd

    Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

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    Dr. Brigham Temple's Practice 3

    71 Waukegan Rd Ste 700

    Lake Bluff, IL 60044

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

    Dr. Temple's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528134038.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Temple?

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

    What is Dr. Brigham Temple's specialty?

    Dr. Temple is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Evanston, IL. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Temple to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brigham Temple affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Temple is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Brigham Temple accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Brigham Temple is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brigham Temple offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Temple's office at (847) 570-1223 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brigham Temple?

    Please contact Dr. Temple's office at (847) 570-1223 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brigham Temple have?

    Dr. Brigham Temple is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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