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Who is Dr. Buhrfiend, Pediatric Neurologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Colleen Buhrfiend, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Buhrfiend completed her residency at Northwestern-Children's Memoral Hospital - Child Neurology. Dr. Buhrfiend is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buhrfiend’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buhrfiend’s office at (312) 942-3034.
Where did Dr. Buhrfiend go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Northwestern-Children's Memoral Hospital - Neurodevelopmental Disabilites
Residency: Northwestern-Children's Memoral Hospital - Child Neurology | Rush University Medical Center - Pediatrics
Medical School: Rush Medical College (Education)
What languages does Dr. Buhrfiend speak?
Dr. Buhrfiend and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Buhrfiend typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Buhrfiend 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. Buhrfiend. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Rett Syndrome
- Rett's Disorder
- MECP2 Disorder
- Childhood Disintegrative Disorder (Rett type)
ICD-10 Codes:
- F842: Rett's syndrome
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Other Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Unusual Neurological Symptoms
- Nerve Problems
- Brain and Nerve Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Buhrfiend typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Buhrfiend 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. Buhrfiend. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Buhrfiend accept my insurance?
Dr. Buhrfiend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-3034 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buhrfiend accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Buhrfiend 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buhrfiend's office located?
Dr. Colleen Buhrfiend's Primary Practice
1725 W Harrison St Ste 710
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-3034
What is Dr. Buhrfiend's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buhrfiend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508922964.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buhrfiend?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buhrfiend
What is Dr. Colleen Buhrfiend's specialty?
Dr. Buhrfiend is a Pediatric Neurologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Colleen Buhrfiend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buhrfiend is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital 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
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Is Colleen Buhrfiend accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
No, Dr. Colleen Buhrfiend is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Colleen Buhrfiend offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buhrfiend's office at (312) 942-3034 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Colleen Buhrfiend?
Please contact Dr. Buhrfiend's office at (312) 942-3034 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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