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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Herrera, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tinley Park, IL?
Dr. Blanca Herrera, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tinley Park, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Herrera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herrera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herrera’s office at (708) 364-3163.
What languages does Dr. Herrera speak?
Dr. Herrera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Herrera typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Herrera 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. Herrera. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Herrera typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Blanca Herrera 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. Herrera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Herrera accept my insurance?
Dr. Herrera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 364-3163 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Herrera accept in Tinley Park, IL?
Dr. Herrera in Tinley Park, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
HealthPartners
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Herrera's office located?
Dr. Blanca Herrera's Primary Practice
17495 La Grange Rd
Tinley Park, IL 60487
(708) 364-3163
What is Dr. Herrera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Herrera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023372851.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herrera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Herrera
What is Dr. Blanca Herrera's specialty?
Dr. Herrera is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tinley Park, 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. Blanca Herrera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Herrera is affiliated with Silver Cross Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Iu Health Arnett Hospital, Loyola University 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Blanca Herrera accepting new patients in Tinley Park, IL?
Yes, Dr. Blanca Herrera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Blanca Herrera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Herrera's office at (708) 364-3163 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Blanca Herrera?
Please contact Dr. Herrera's office at (708) 364-3163 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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