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Who is Dr. Sweis, Neurocritical Care Specialist in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Rochelle Sweis is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sweis graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed her residency at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program. Dr. Sweis is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sweis’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sweis’s office at (708) 216-9000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sweis?
Dr. Rochelle Sweis is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurocritical Care Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sweis empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hospital Medicine, Neurocritical Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Oak Lawn, IL community, Dr. Sweis is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sweis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
What languages does Dr. Sweis speak?
Dr. Sweis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Sweis typically treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Sweis 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. Sweis. 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 Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
What procedures does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Sweis typically perform?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rochelle Sweis may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Sweis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sweis accept my insurance?
Dr. Sweis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 216-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sweis accept in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Sweis in Oak Lawn, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Sweis' office located?
What is Dr. Sweis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sweis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477796167.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sweis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sweis
What is Dr. Rochelle Sweis's specialty?
Dr. Sweis is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near Oak Lawn, IL.
What does a Neurocritical Care Specialist do?
Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed.
Is this Dr. Rochelle Sweis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sweis is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital 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
When to see a Neurocritical Care Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rochelle Sweis accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?
Yes, Dr. Rochelle Sweis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rochelle Sweis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sweis's office at (708) 216-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rochelle Sweis?
Please contact Dr. Sweis's office at (708) 216-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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