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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hicks, Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist in Crystal Lake, IL?
Dr. Christopher Hicks, MD is a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Crystal Lake, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hicks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hicks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hicks’s office at (815) 356-5200.
What languages does Dr. Hicks speak?
Dr. Hicks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hicks typically treat?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hicks 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. Hicks. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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
What procedures does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hicks typically perform?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hicks 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. Hicks. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Needle Insertion into Muscle
- Dry Needling for Muscles
- Dry Needling (1-2 Muscles)
- Muscle Needle Treatment
- Therapeutic Needle Insertion
- Therapeutic Dry Needling
- Muscle Needle Therapy
- Multiple Muscle Needling
CPT Codes:
- 20560: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 1 or 2 muscle(s)
- 20561: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Elbow Tendon Release for Tennis or Golfer's Elbow
- Percutaneous Tenotomy Elbow
- Tennis Elbow Surgery
- Golfer's Elbow Surgery
- Elbow Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
- 24357: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); percutaneous
Also known as:
- Forearm or Wrist Tendon Release
- Open tenotomy
- Flexor tendon release
- Extensor tendon release
CPT Codes:
- 25290: Tenotomy, open, flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Hicks accept my insurance?
Dr. Hicks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 356-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hicks accept in Crystal Lake, IL?
Dr. Hicks in Crystal Lake, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hicks' office located?
Dr. Christopher Hicks' Primary Practice
420 N Il Route 31
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
(815) 356-5200
What hospitals are Dr. Hicks affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Hicks has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital,McHenry, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital,McHenry, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, ILRanked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital,DeKalb, ILRanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital,DeKalb, IL
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital,Lake Forest, IL
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital,Lake Forest, IL
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital,Geneva, ILGold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital,Geneva, IL
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Advocate Sherman Hospital,Elgin, ILRanked General Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Advocate Sherman Hospital,Elgin, IL
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
What is Dr. Hicks's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hicks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093120545.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hicks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hicks
What is Dr. Christopher Hicks's specialty?
Dr. Hicks is a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist near Crystal Lake, IL.
What does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist do?
A physician specializing in Sports Medicine is dedicated to the ongoing care that enhances health and fitness while preventing injury and illness. This specialist possesses extensive knowledge and experience in promoting wellness and preventing injuries through various fields of medicine, including exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, and injury assessment. The primary goal of a Sports Medicine specialist is to improve healthcare outcomes for individuals engaged in physical exercise.
Is Dr. Christopher Hicks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hicks is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Advocate Sherman 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 Dr. Christopher Hicks accepting new patients in Crystal Lake, IL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Hicks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Hicks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hicks' office at (815) 356-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Hicks?
Please contact Dr. Hicks' office at (815) 356-5200 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Hicks' office located?
Dr. Hicks' offices are located in Crystal Lake, IL, Huntley, IL, and Lake Forest, IL.
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