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Dr. Alex Mauricio Gale, MD

Pediatrician, Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gale, Pediatrician in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Alex Mauricio Gale, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Gale is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gale’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gale’s office at (773) 702-4022.

    What languages does Dr. Gale speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gale typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gale 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. Gale. 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:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gale typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gale 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. Gale. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Does Dr. Gale accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gale accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 702-4022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gale accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Gale in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

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    Where is Dr. Gale's office located?

    Dr. Alex Mauricio Gale's Primary Practice

    5721 S Maryland Ave

    Chicago, IL 60637

    (773) 702-4022

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

    Dr. Gale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558821199.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gale?

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

    What is Dr. Alex Mauricio Gale's specialty?

    Dr. Gale is a Pediatrician near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Alex Mauricio Gale affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gale is affiliated with Osf Healthcare Saint Francis Medical Center, Graham Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale, Osf Healthcare St. Joseph Medical Center, Osf Healthcare St. Mary Medical Center 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 Dr. Alex Mauricio Gale accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Alex Mauricio Gale is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alex Mauricio Gale offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gale's office at (773) 702-4022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alex Mauricio Gale?

    Please contact Dr. Gale's office at (773) 702-4022 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gale's office located?

    Dr. Gale's office is located in Chicago, IL.