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Dr. Carol Semrad, MD

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Semrad, Gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Carol Semrad, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Semrad completed her residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Gastroenterology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Semrad is fluent in English, Chinese, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Semrad’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Semrad’s office at (773) 834-4064.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Semrad?

    Dr. Carol Semrad, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Semrad empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Celiac Disease, Diarrheal Diseases, Malabsorption Syndrome, Nutrition, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago/IL community, Dr. Semrad is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Semrad go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Gastroenterology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny

    Is Dr. Semrad board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Carol Semrad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Semrad speak?

    Dr. Semrad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Semrad treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Semrad 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. Semrad. 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:

    • Celiac Disease
    • Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
    • Sprue
    • Coeliac Disease
    • Gluten Intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K900: Celiac disease

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • G-tube Care
    • Feeding Tube Management
    • Stomach Tube Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    What procedures does Dr. Semrad perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Semrad 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. Semrad. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Small Intestine Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Small Intestine Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • Enteroscopy with biopsy
    • Deep small bowel endoscopy
    • Ileum endoscopy
    • Small bowel scope with tissue sample
    • Enteroscopy with Biopsy
    • Small Bowel Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Biopsy (Endoscopic)
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Enteroscopy with Lesion Removal
    • Small Bowel Polyp Removal
    • Therapeutic Enteroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 44377: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, including ileum; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 44361: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 44364: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Small Intestine Endoscopy (Enteroscopy)
    • Small bowel scope
    • Enteroscopy
    • Ileum endoscopy
    • Diagnostic intestinal endoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44376: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, including ileum; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
    • G-tube Change
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
    • Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract

    Also known as:

    • Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
    • Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
    • Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
    • GJ Tube Exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report

    Also known as:

    • Capsule Endoscopy
    • Pill Camera
    • Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
    • Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Imaging Pill

    CPT Codes:

    • 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Replacement
    • Tunneled Catheter Exchange
    • Central Line Replacement
    • IV Catheter Change

    CPT Codes:

    • 36581: Replacement, complete, of a tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump, through same venous access

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Does Dr. Semrad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Semrad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 834-4064 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Semrad accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Semrad 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

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Semrad's office located?

    Dr. Carol Semrad's Primary Practice

    355 E Grand Ave

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (773) 834-4064

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    Dr. Carol Semrad's Practice 2

    180 Harvester Dr Ste 110

    Burr Ridge, IL 60527

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

    Dr. Semrad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871656389.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Semrad?

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

    What is Dr. Carol Semrad's specialty?

    Dr. Semrad is a Gastroenterologist near Chicago, IL. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Semrad to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Carol Semrad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Semrad 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 Carol Semrad accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Carol Semrad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carol Semrad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Semrad's office at (773) 834-4064 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carol Semrad?

    Please contact Dr. Semrad's office at (773) 834-4064 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carol Semrad have?

    Dr. Carol Semrad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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