21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Wald, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Eric Wald, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Wald completed his residency at The Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York. Dr. Wald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wald’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wald’s office at (312) 227-4000.
Where did Dr. Wald go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Columbia University Medical Center | pediatric critical care medicine, New York Presbyterian Hospital, NY | New York Presbyterian Hospital, Pediatrics Critical Care Medicine
Residency: The Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York | Mount Sinai School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Wald board certified in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Wald, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology since 2006, American Board of Dermatology since 2002
What languages does Dr. Wald speak?
Dr. Wald and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wald treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wald 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. Wald. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure After Procedure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
- Sudden breathing failure after surgery
- Acute post-op respiratory arrest
- Acute post-surgical breathing failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J95821: Acute postprocedural respiratory failure
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Abnormal Pulmonary Vein Connection
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- DORV
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Complex Heart Defect
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- TAPVC
- Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return
- Misconnected Lung Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q262: Total anomalous pulmonary venous connection
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Wald perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Eric Wald may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wald's office.
Does Dr. Wald accept my insurance?
Dr. Wald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wald accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Wald 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
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wald's office located?
What is Dr. Wald's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619030533.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wald?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wald
What is Dr. Eric Wald's specialty?
Dr. Wald is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Wald to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Wald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wald 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Eric Wald accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Eric Wald is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Wald offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wald's office at (312) 227-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Wald?
Please contact Dr. Wald's office at (312) 227-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Wald have?
Dr. Eric Wald is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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