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Dr. Robert Needleman, MD

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Needleman, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Robert Needleman, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Needleman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Needleman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Needleman’s office at (708) 213-4200.

    What languages does Dr. Needleman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Needleman typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Needleman 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. Needleman. 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:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Repeat Prescription Visit
    • Prescription Refill Appointment
    • Medication Renewal Visit
    • Follow-up for Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Needleman typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Needleman performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Needleman. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Needleman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Needleman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 213-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Needleman accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Needleman in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Needleman's office located?

    Dr. Robert Needleman's Primary Practice

    2525 S Michigan Ave

    Chicago, IL 60616

    (708) 213-4200

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    Dr. Robert Needleman's Practice 2

    17800 Kedzie Ave

    East Hazel Crest, IL 60429

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    Dr. Robert Needleman's Practice 3

    500 E 51st St

    Chicago, IL 60615

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    What hospitals are Dr. Needleman affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Needleman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Of Cook County,Chicago, IL
    Insight Hospital & Medical Center - Chicago,Chicago, IL

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

    Dr. Needleman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790190221.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Needleman?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Needleman's specialty?

    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 Dr. Robert Needleman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Needleman is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Robert Needleman accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Needleman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Needleman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Needleman's office at (708) 213-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Needleman?

    Please contact Dr. Needleman's office at (708) 213-4200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Needleman's office located?

    Dr. Needleman's offices are located in Chicago, IL and East Hazel Crest, IL.