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Dr. Nia Heard-Garris, MD

Chicago, IL

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    Who is Dr. Heard-Garris, Pediatrician in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Nia Heard-Garris, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Heard-Garris graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed her residency at Children's National Medical Center Program. Dr. Heard-Garris is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heard-Garris’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heard-Garris’s office at (312) 227-2610.

    Where did Dr. Heard-Garris go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Children's National Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Howard Univ College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Heard-Garris speak?

    Dr. Heard-Garris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Heard-Garris treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Heard-Garris 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. Heard-Garris. 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:

    • 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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Lack of Coordination
    • Movement Disorder
    • Clumsiness
    • Ataxia
    • Coordination Problems
    • Unsteady Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R279: Unspecified lack of coordination

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Behavioral Changes
    • Mental Disorder
    • Changes in behavior
    • Unusual appearance
    • Behavioral symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4689: Other symptoms and signs involving appearance and behavior

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Trouble with Attention and Focus
    • Mental Disorder
    • Concentration issues
    • Difficulty focusing
    • Attention deficit

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R41840: Attention and concentration deficit

    Which procedures does Dr. Heard-Garris perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Nia Heard-Garris may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Heard-Garris' office.

    Does Dr. Heard-Garris accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heard-Garris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-2610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heard-Garris accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Heard-Garris 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • MedImpact

    • Molina

    • State of Illinois

    • Tria Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Heard-Garris' office located?

    Dr. Nia Heard-Garris' Primary Practice

    4867 N Broadway St

    Chicago, IL 60640

    (312) 227-2610

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    Dr. Nia Heard-Garris' Practice 2

    225 E Chicago Ave

    Chicago, IL 60611

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

    Dr. Heard-Garris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356635205.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heard-Garris?

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

    What is Dr. Nia Heard-Garris's specialty?

    Dr. Heard-Garris is a Pediatrician near Chicago, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Heard-Garris to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nia Heard-Garris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Heard-Garris is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Nia Heard-Garris accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Nia Heard-Garris is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nia Heard-Garris offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heard-Garris's office at (312) 227-2610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nia Heard-Garris?

    Please contact Dr. Heard-Garris's office at (312) 227-2610 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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