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Who is Dr. Bestvina, Medical Oncologist in Orland Park, IL?
Dr. Christine Bestvina, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Orland Park, IL. Dr. Bestvina is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bestvina’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bestvina’s office at (773) 702-2517.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bestvina?
Dr. Christine Bestvina, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bestvina empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Lung Cancer, Thymoma and Thymic Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Orland Park, IL community, Dr. Bestvina is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bestvina go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Bestvina speak?
Dr. Bestvina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Bestvina typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Bestvina 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. Bestvina. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Bestvina typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Bestvina performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bestvina. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Bestvina accept my insurance?
Dr. Bestvina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 702-2517 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bestvina accept in Orland Park, IL?
Dr. Bestvina in Orland Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Corewell Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bestvina's office located?
Dr. Christine Bestvina's Primary Practice
14290 S La Grange Rd
Orland Park, IL 60462
(773) 702-2517
What is Dr. Bestvina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bestvina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720354137.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bestvina?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bestvina
What is Dr. Christine Bestvina's specialty?
Dr. Bestvina is a Medical Oncologist near Orland Park, IL.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Christine Bestvina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bestvina is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine - University Of Chicago Medical Center 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
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Is Christine Bestvina accepting new patients in Orland Park, IL?
Yes, Dr. Christine Bestvina is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Bestvina offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bestvina's office at (773) 702-2517 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Bestvina?
Please contact Dr. Bestvina's office at (773) 702-2517 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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