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Who is Dr. Bukiej, Rheumatologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Aleksandra Bukiej, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bukiej completed her residency at Carney Hospital - Internal Medicine. Dr. Bukiej is fluent in English and Polish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bukiej’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bukiej’s office at (312) 563-2800.
Where did Dr. Bukiej go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Utah Medical Center - Rheumatology
Residency: Carney Hospital - Internal Medicine | The University Hospital in Cracow - Internal Medicine
Medical School: Jagiellonian University Medical College, Poland (Education)
What languages does Dr. Bukiej speak?
Dr. Bukiej and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Bukiej typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Bukiej 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. Bukiej. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Bukiej typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Aleksandra Bukiej may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Bukiej's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bukiej accept my insurance?
Dr. Bukiej accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 563-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bukiej accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Bukiej in Chicago, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bukiej's office located?
Dr. Aleksandra Bukiej's Primary Practice
1700 W Van Buren St
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 563-2800
What is Dr. Bukiej's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bukiej's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043573132.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bukiej?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bukiej
What is Dr. Aleksandra Bukiej's specialty?
Dr. Bukiej is a Rheumatologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Aleksandra Bukiej affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bukiej is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Advocate Good Shepherd 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
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Is Aleksandra Bukiej accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
No, Dr. Aleksandra Bukiej is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aleksandra Bukiej offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bukiej's office at (312) 563-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aleksandra Bukiej?
Please contact Dr. Bukiej's office at (312) 563-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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