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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polito, Family Medicine Specialist in Chesterton, IN?
Dr. Sarah Polito, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chesterton, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Polito is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polito’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polito’s office at (219) 663-7000.
What languages does Dr. Polito speak?
Dr. Polito and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Polito typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Polito 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. Polito. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Sports Participation Health Examination
- Sports Safety
- Sports Physical
- Pre-Participation Physical Exam (PPE)
- Athletic Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z025: Encounter for examination for participation in sport
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Polito typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Polito may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Polito's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Polito accept my insurance?
Dr. Polito accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 663-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polito accept in Chesterton, IN?
Dr. Polito in Chesterton, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Indiana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Polito's office located?
Dr. Sarah Polito's Primary Practice
425 Sand Creek Dr Ste C
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 663-7000
What is Dr. Polito's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polito's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548675119.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polito?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polito
What is Dr. Sarah Polito's specialty?
Dr. Polito is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chesterton, IN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Sarah Polito affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polito is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Community Hospital Of Munster 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sarah Polito accepting new patients in Chesterton, IN?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Polito is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Polito offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polito's office at (219) 663-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Polito?
Please contact Dr. Polito's office at (219) 663-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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