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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Folk, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Jessica Folk, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Folk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Folk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Folk’s office at (312) 633-7292.
What languages does Dr. Folk speak?
Dr. Folk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Folk typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Folk 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. Folk. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Folk typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Folk may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Folk's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Folk accept my insurance?
Dr. Folk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 633-7292 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Folk accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Folk 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 Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Folk's office located?
What is Dr. Folk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Folk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790041101.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Folk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Folk
What is Dr. Jessica Folk's specialty?
Dr. Folk is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Jessica Folk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Folk is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jessica Folk accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Folk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jessica Folk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Folk's office at (312) 633-7292 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jessica Folk?
Please contact Dr. Folk's office at (312) 633-7292 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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