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Who is Dr. Kost, Hospitalist in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Adam Kost, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kost graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Kost is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kost’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kost’s office at (708) 587-0000.
Where did Dr. Kost go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kost speak?
Dr. Kost and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kost treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kost 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. Kost. 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:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Kost perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Adam Kost may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kost's office.
Does Dr. Kost accept my insurance?
Dr. Kost accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 587-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kost accept in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Kost in Palos Heights, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
State of Tennessee
Tria Health
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Where is Dr. Kost's office located?
Dr. Adam Kost's Primary Practice
12632 S Harlem Ave
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 587-0000
What is Dr. Kost's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kost's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255630422.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kost?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kost
What is Dr. Adam Kost's specialty?
Dr. Kost is a Hospitalist near Palos Heights, IL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Kost to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Adam Kost affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kost is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Advocate Christ Medical Center, Advocate South Suburban Hospital, Advocate Trinity Hospital. 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 Adam Kost accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Adam Kost is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adam Kost offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kost's office at (708) 587-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adam Kost?
Please contact Dr. Kost's office at (708) 587-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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