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Who is Dr. Simms, Infectious Disease Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Andrew Simms, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Simms completed his residency at Rush University Medical Center - Internal Medicine. Dr. Simms is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simms’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simms’s office at (312) 942-5865.
Where did Dr. Simms go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Rush University Medical Center - Infectious Disease
Residency: Rush University Medical Center - Internal Medicine
Medical School: Rush Medical College (Education)
What languages does Dr. Simms speak?
Dr. Simms and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Simms typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Simms 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. Simms. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Simms typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Simms may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Simms' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Simms accept my insurance?
Dr. Simms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-5865 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simms accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Simms in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Simms' office located?
Dr. Andrew Simms' Primary Practice
600 S Paulina St Ste 140
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-5865
What is Dr. Simms's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093152480.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simms?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simms
What is Dr. Andrew Simms's specialty?
Dr. Simms is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Andrew Simms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simms is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. 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 Andrew Simms accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
No, Dr. Andrew Simms is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Simms offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (312) 942-5865 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Simms?
Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (312) 942-5865 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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