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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hammer, Family Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sara Hammer, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hammer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammer’s office at (773) 736-6125.
What languages does Dr. Hammer speak?
Dr. Hammer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hammer treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hammer 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. Hammer. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Which procedures does Dr. Hammer perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sara Hammer may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hammer's office.
Does Dr. Hammer accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 736-6125 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammer accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Hammer in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hammer's office located?
What is Dr. Hammer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144858457.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammer
What is Dr. Sara Hammer's specialty?
Dr. Hammer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Hammer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sara Hammer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hammer is affiliated with Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Sara Hammer accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Sara Hammer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Hammer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammer's office at (773) 736-6125 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Hammer?
Please contact Dr. Hammer's office at (773) 736-6125 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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