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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Putman, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Margaret Putman, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Putman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Putman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Putman’s office at (708) 684-1028.
What languages does Dr. Putman speak?
Dr. Putman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Putman treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Putman 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. Putman. 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:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Failure to Thrive
- Geriatric Failure to Thrive
- Unexplained Decline in Adults
- Wasting Syndrome in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- R627: Adult failure to thrive
Which procedures does Dr. Putman perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Margaret Putman may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Putman's office.
Does Dr. Putman accept my insurance?
Dr. Putman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 684-1028 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Putman accept in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Putman in Oak Lawn, 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
Chevron
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Putman's office located?
What is Dr. Putman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Putman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295022283.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Putman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Putman
What is Dr. Margaret Putman's specialty?
Dr. Putman is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Oak Lawn, IL. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Putman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Margaret Putman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Putman is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Margaret Putman accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?
Yes, Dr. Margaret Putman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Margaret Putman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Putman's office at (708) 684-1028 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Margaret Putman?
Please contact Dr. Putman's office at (708) 684-1028 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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