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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tannous, Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Paul Tannous, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tannous is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tannous’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tannous’s office at (312) 227-4410.
What languages does Dr. Tannous speak?
Dr. Tannous and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tannous treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Tannous 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. Tannous. 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:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Narrowing of Pulmonary Artery
- Great Vein Malformation
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- Pulmonary Artery Stenosis
- Major Vein Defect
- Abnormal Great Veins
- Large Vein Birth Defect
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q256: Stenosis of pulmonary artery
- Q268: Other congenital malformations of great veins
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant Aftercare
- Heart Transplantation
- Post-heart transplant care
- Heart transplant follow-up
- Cardiac transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant
What procedures does Dr. Tannous perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Tannous 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. Tannous. 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:
- Selective Vein Catheter Placement
- Venous Catheterization
- Jugular Vein Catheter
- Renal Vein Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36011: Selective catheter placement, venous system; first order branch (eg, renal vein, jugular vein)
Also known as:
- Vein Balloon Angioplasty
- Balloon Angioplasty for Vein Narrowing (Additional Vein)
- Transluminal Venous Angioplasty
- Open Vein Angioplasty
- Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty
- Vein Widening Procedure
- Venous Angioplasty
- Vein Balloon Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 37248: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; initial vein
- 37249: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; each additional vein (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Artery Stent Placement
- Lung Artery Stent
- Percutaneous Pulmonary Revascularization
- Pulmonary Artery Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 33902: Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization by stent placement, initial; abnormal connections, unilateral
Also known as:
- Heart Shunt Creation for Congenital Defects
- Transcatheter Intracardiac Shunt
- Congenital Heart Shunt Placement
- Stent for Heart Defect
- Cardiac Catheterization for Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 33745: Transcatheter intracardiac shunt (TIS) creation by stent placement for congenital cardiac anomalies to establish effective intracardiac flow, including all imaging guidance by the proceduralist, when performed, left and right heart diagnostic cardiac catheterization for congenital cardiac anomalies, and target zone angioplasty, when performed (eg, atrial septum, Fontan fenestration, right ventricular outflow tract, Mustard/Senning/Warden baffles); initial intracardiac shunt
Also known as:
- Artery Blocking Procedure
- Vascular Occlusion
- Arterial Embolization
- Blood Vessel Coiling
- AVM Embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37242: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; arterial, other than hemorrhage or tumor (eg, congenital or acquired arterial malformations, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms)
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Valve Implantation (Percutaneous)
- Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Replacement
- Percutaneous Pulmonary Valve Implant
- TPVI Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 33477: Transcatheter pulmonary valve implantation, percutaneous approach, including pre-stenting of the valve delivery site, when performed
Also known as:
- Venous Embolization
- Vein Occlusion Procedure
- Vascular Malformation Embolization
- Varicocele Embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37241: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; venous, other than hemorrhage (eg, congenital or acquired venous malformations, venous and capillary hemangiomas, varices, varicoceles)
Does Dr. Tannous accept my insurance?
Dr. Tannous accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-4410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tannous accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Tannous in Chicago, 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
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
MedImpact
State of Illinois
Tria Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tannous' office located?
What is Dr. Tannous's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tannous's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023250511.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tannous?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tannous
What is Dr. Paul Tannous's specialty?
Dr. Tannous is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Chicago, IL. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Tannous to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Tannous affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tannous is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial 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
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Is Paul Tannous accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Paul Tannous is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Tannous offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tannous's office at (312) 227-4410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Tannous?
Please contact Dr. Tannous's office at (312) 227-4410 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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