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Dr. Kari Bruce, MD

Oak Lawn, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bruce, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Oak Lawn, IL?

    Dr. Kari Bruce, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL. Dr. Bruce is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bruce’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bruce’s office at (708) 684-5722.

    What languages does Dr. Bruce speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bruce typically treat?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bruce 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. Bruce. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Other Personal Health Risks
    • Other health risk factors
    • Specific personal risks
    • Individual health concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Gastroschisis
    • Birth Defects
    • Abdominal wall defect
    • Intestines outside body at birth
    • Bowel protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q793: Gastroschisis

    Also known as:

    • Duodenum Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Congenital Duodenal Atresia
    • Blocked Duodenum at Birth
    • Duodenal Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q410: Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Suspected Infection Ruled Out
    • Newborn Screening
    • No newborn infection found
    • Infant infectious disease cleared
    • Newborn sepsis ruled out

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z051: Observation and evaluation of newborn for suspected infectious condition ruled out

    What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bruce typically perform?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kari Bruce may include:

    Please contact Dr. Bruce's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Bruce accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bruce accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 684-5722 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bruce accept in Oak Lawn, IL?

    Dr. Bruce 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthSmart

    • HealthSmart

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bruce's office located?

    Dr. Kari Bruce's Primary Practice

    4440 W 95th St Rm 250N

    Oak Lawn, IL 60453

    (708) 684-5722

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

    Dr. Bruce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336584028.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bruce?

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

    What is Dr. Kari Bruce's specialty?

    Dr. Bruce is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Oak Lawn, IL.

    What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.

    Is this Dr. Kari Bruce affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Uci Health - Fountain Valley 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 a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Kari Bruce accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Kari Bruce is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kari Bruce offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bruce's office at (708) 684-5722 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kari Bruce?

    Please contact Dr. Bruce's office at (708) 684-5722 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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