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Dr. Samaa Kemal, MD
Chicago, IL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kemal, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Samaa Kemal, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Kemal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kemal’s office at (215) 590-1000.
What languages does Dr. Kemal speak?
Dr. Kemal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kemal typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kemal 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. Kemal. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kemal typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Samaa Kemal 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. Kemal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kemal accept my insurance?
Dr. Kemal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 590-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kemal accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Kemal 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Other TPA
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kemal's office located?
What is Dr. Kemal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kemal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346631009.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kemal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kemal
What is Dr. Samaa Kemal's specialty?
Dr. Kemal is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Samaa Kemal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kemal is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital 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 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samaa Kemal accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Samaa Kemal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samaa Kemal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kemal's office at (215) 590-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samaa Kemal?
Please contact Dr. Kemal's office at (215) 590-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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