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Dr. John Wahhab

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wahhab, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. John Wahhab is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wahhab is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wahhab’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wahhab’s office at (773) 792-7921.

    What languages does Dr. Wahhab speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wahhab typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wahhab 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. Wahhab. 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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Accidental Heroin Poisoning
    • Heroin
    • Poisoning
    • Unintentional Heroin Overdose
    • Heroin Toxicity
    • Opioid Overdose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T401X1A: Poisoning by heroin, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wahhab typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Wahhab may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wahhab accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wahhab accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 792-7921 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Wahhab's office located?

    Resurrection Em Residency

    7435 W Talcott Ave

    Chicago, IL 60631

    (773) 792-7921

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    Dr. John Wahhab's Practice 2

    2701 W 68th St

    Chicago, IL 60629

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wahhab affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Wahhab has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sinai Health System - Holy Cross Hospital,Chicago, IL
    Ascension Saint Mary - Chicago,Chicago, IL
    Saint Mary Of Nazareth Hospital - Chicago Llc,Chicago, IL
    Ascension Mercy,Aurora, IL
    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL

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

    Dr. Wahhab's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891176236.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wahhab?

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

    What is Dr. John Wahhab's specialty?

    Dr. Wahhab is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. John Wahhab affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wahhab is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. John Wahhab accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. John Wahhab is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Wahhab offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wahhab's office at (773) 792-7921 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Wahhab?

    Please contact Dr. Wahhab's office at (773) 792-7921 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wahhab's office located?

    Dr. Wahhab's office is located in Chicago, IL.