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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pale, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Freeport, IL?
Dr. Joseph Pale, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Freeport, IL. Dr. Pale is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pale’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pale’s office at (815) 599-6000.
What languages does Dr. Pale speak?
Dr. Pale and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pale typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pale 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. Pale. 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:
- 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pale typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Pale may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Pale's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pale accept my insurance?
Dr. Pale accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 599-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pale accept in Freeport, IL?
Dr. Pale in Freeport, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Promedica Health Systems
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pale's office located?
Dr. Joseph Pale's Primary Practice
1045 W Stephenson St
Freeport, IL 61032
(815) 599-6000
What is Dr. Pale's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134495658.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pale?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pale
What is Dr. Joseph Pale's specialty?
Dr. Pale is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Freeport, 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 this Dr. Joseph Pale affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pale is affiliated with Mercy Health - St. Anne Hospital, Promedica Toledo Hospital, Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Javon Bea Hospital – Riverside, Mercy Health - St. Charles Hospital, Fairview 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Pale accepting new patients in Freeport, IL?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Pale is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Pale offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pale's office at (815) 599-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Pale?
Please contact Dr. Pale's office at (815) 599-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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