23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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Who is Dr. Hefele, Family Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Kirsten Hefele, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Hefele completed her residency at AMITA Health Adventist Medical Center La Grange. Dr. Hefele is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hefele’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hefele’s office at (773) 665-6851.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hefele?
Dr. Kirsten Hefele, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hefele empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Internal Medicine, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Wellness Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago/IL community, Dr. Hefele is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hefele go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: AMITA Health Adventist Medical Center La Grange
Medical School: University of Heidelberg, Germany
What languages does Dr. Hefele speak?
Dr. Hefele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Hefele treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hefele 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. Hefele. 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:
- 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 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:
- 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
- Fatigue
- Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME)
- Long-term tiredness
- Persistent fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5382: Chronic fatigue, unspecified
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
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:
- Unclear Mammogram
- Mammography
- Mammograms
- Inconclusive breast screening
- Mammogram needs further testing
- Uncertain mammogram result
ICD-10 Codes:
- R922: Inconclusive mammogram
Which procedures does Dr. Hefele perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kirsten Hefele 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. Hefele's office.
Does Dr. Hefele accept my insurance?
Dr. Hefele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 665-6851 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hefele accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Hefele in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
Other Provider Networks
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hefele's office located?
Dr. Kirsten Hefele's Primary Practice
2800 N Sheridan Rd Ste 309
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 665-6851
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kirsten Hefele?
Dr. Hefele has appointments available at her Chicago, IL office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Hefele's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hefele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992849137.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hefele?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hefele
What is Dr. Kirsten Hefele's specialty?
Dr. Hefele 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. Hefele to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kirsten Hefele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hefele is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Kirsten Hefele accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Kirsten Hefele is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirsten Hefele offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hefele, or call (773) 665-6851 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Kirsten Hefele?
Please contact Dr. Hefele's office at (773) 665-6851 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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