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Who is Dr. Pontikis, Vascular Surgeon in Naperville, IL?
Dr. George Pontikis, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Naperville, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pontikis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pontikis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pontikis’s office at (630) 545-7565.
What languages does Dr. Pontikis speak?
Dr. Pontikis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Pontikis typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Pontikis 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. Pontikis. 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 here.
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:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
- I7142: Juxtarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Pontikis typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. George Pontikis may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Pontikis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pontikis accept my insurance?
Dr. Pontikis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 545-7565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pontikis accept in Naperville, IL?
Dr. Pontikis in Naperville, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pontikis' office located?
Dr. George Pontikis' Primary Practice
1020 E Ogden Ave Ste 301
Naperville, IL 60563
(630) 545-7565
What is Dr. Pontikis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pontikis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326314246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pontikis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pontikis
What is Dr. George Pontikis's specialty?
Dr. Pontikis is a Vascular Surgeon near Naperville, IL.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. George Pontikis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pontikis is affiliated with Endeavor Health Edward Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale, Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Silver Cross 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 Vascular Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Vascular Surgeon. 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 George Pontikis accepting new patients in Naperville, IL?
Yes, Dr. George Pontikis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Pontikis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pontikis's office at (630) 545-7565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Pontikis?
Please contact Dr. Pontikis's office at (630) 545-7565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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