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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palla, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. John Palla, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Palla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palla’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palla’s office.
What languages does Dr. Palla speak?
Dr. Palla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Palla typically treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Palla 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. Palla. 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:
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis
- CF
- Mucoviscidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Palla typically perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Palla 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. Palla. 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:
- Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietitian Re-assessment
- Nutritional Counseling Session
- Diet and Health Review
CPT Codes:
- 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Voice and Resonance Analysis
- Voice Disorder Evaluation
- Speech Resonance Assessment
- Vocal Quality Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Palla accept my insurance?
Dr. Palla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palla accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Palla 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Palla's office located?
What is Dr. Palla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699188623.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palla
What is Dr. John Palla's specialty?
Dr. Palla is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Pediatric Pulmonologist do?
A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques.
Is this Dr. John Palla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palla is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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 Pediatric Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Palla accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. John Palla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Palla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palla's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Palla?
Please contact Dr. Palla's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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