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Dr. Victoria Behrend, MD

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Behrend, Hospitalist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Victoria Behrend, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Behrend is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behrend’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behrend’s office at (312) 926-5924.

    What languages does Dr. Behrend speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Behrend typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Behrend 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. Behrend. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Behrend typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Victoria Behrend may include:

    Please contact Dr. Behrend's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Behrend accept my insurance?

    Dr. Behrend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 926-5924 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Behrend in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Behrend's office located?

    Dr. Victoria Behrend's Primary Practice

    259 E Erie St

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 926-5924

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    200 Dept Of Internal Med

    675 N Saint Clair St

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    Dr. Victoria Behrend's Practice 3

    1000 N Westmoreland Rd

    Lake Forest, IL 60045

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

    Dr. Behrend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437544764.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behrend?

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

    What is Dr. Victoria Behrend's specialty?

    Dr. Behrend is a Hospitalist near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Victoria Behrend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Behrend is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Cookeville Regional Medical Center 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Victoria Behrend accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Victoria Behrend is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Victoria Behrend offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Behrend's office at (312) 926-5924 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Victoria Behrend?

    Please contact Dr. Behrend's office at (312) 926-5924 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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