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Dr. Janis Atkinson, MD

Dr. Janis Atkinson, MD

Evanston, IL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Atkinson, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Janis Atkinson, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Atkinson graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed her residency at Northwestern Mem Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Atkinson is fluent in English, French, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atkinson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atkinson’s office at (847) 316-2284.

    Where did Dr. Atkinson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Northwestern Mem Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Rush Med Coll of Rush University, Chicago Il | Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center

    Is Dr. Atkinson board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Janis Atkinson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Atkinson speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Italian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Atkinson treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Atkinson 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. Atkinson. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Nicotine Addiction
    • Smoking
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction
    • Vaping Addiction
    • Nicotine Substance Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
    • F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
    • Breast Cancer
    • ER Positive Breast Cancer
    • Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
    • Estrogen-Driven Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Does Dr. Atkinson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Atkinson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 316-2284 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Atkinson accept in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Atkinson in Evanston, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Illinois

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Atkinson's office located?

    Dr. Janis Atkinson's Primary Practice

    355 Ridge Ave

    Evanston, IL 60202

    (847) 316-2284

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

    Dr. Atkinson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093860892.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atkinson?

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

    What is Dr. Janis Atkinson's specialty?

    Dr. Atkinson is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Evanston, IL. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Atkinson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Janis Atkinson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Atkinson is affiliated with Saint Francis 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

    Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Explore Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist with 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 Janis Atkinson accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Janis Atkinson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Janis Atkinson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office at (847) 316-2284 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Janis Atkinson?

    Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office at (847) 316-2284 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Janis Atkinson have?

    Dr. Janis Atkinson is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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