Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Straus, Diagnostic Radiologist in Crown Point, IN?
Dr. Christopher Straus, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Crown Point, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Straus completed his residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology. He is a member of the Amer. College of Radiology, RSNA, Amer. Roentgen Ray Society, and AUR. Dr. Straus is fluent in English, Chinese, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Straus’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Straus’s office at (773) 702-1000.
Where did Dr. Straus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology | University Of Chicago Hosps | University of Chicago Medical Center
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il
Is Dr. Straus board certified in Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Straus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Straus speak?
Dr. Straus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Straus treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Straus 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. Straus. 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.
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
What procedures does Dr. Straus perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Straus 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. Straus. 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.
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. Straus accept my insurance?
Dr. Straus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 702-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Straus accept in Crown Point, IN?
Dr. Straus in Crown Point, IN 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
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Straus' office located?
Dr. Christopher Straus' Primary Practice
10855 Virginia St Ste 1700
Crown Point, IN 46307
(773) 702-1000
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Amer. College of Radiology
Member
RSNA
Member
Amer. Roentgen Ray Society
Member
AUR
Member
What is Dr. Straus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Straus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861543837.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Straus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Straus
What is Dr. Christopher Straus's specialty?
Dr. Straus is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Crown Point, IN. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Straus to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Straus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Straus is affiliated with UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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 Christopher Straus accepting new patients in Crown Point, IN?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Straus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Straus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Straus's office at (773) 702-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Straus?
Please contact Dr. Straus's office at (773) 702-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Straus have?
Dr. Christopher Straus is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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