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Dr. Bridget Whitehead
Pediatric Transplant Hepatologist
,Pediatric Gastroenterologist
,Gastroenterologist
,Transplant Hepatologist
Chicago, IL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whitehead, Pediatric Transplant Hepatologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Bridget Whitehead is a Pediatric Transplant Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Whitehead is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitehead’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitehead’s office at (312) 227-4200.
What languages does Dr. Whitehead speak?
Dr. Whitehead and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Whitehead treat?
As a Pediatric Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Whitehead 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. Whitehead. 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.
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Other specified liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Chronic hepatitis
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Acute Viral Hepatitis
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- Ongoing liver inflammation
- Long-term hepatitis
- Persistent hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
- Sudden Viral Hepatitis
- Short-term Viral Hepatitis
- Acute Liver Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K739: Chronic hepatitis, unspecified
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
- B179: Acute viral hepatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Biliary Atresia
- Bile Duct Disease
- Birth Defects
- Blocked Bile Ducts at Birth
- Congenital Bile Duct Blockage
- Bile Duct Atresia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q442: Atresia of bile ducts
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Jaundice
- Yellow Skin
- Yellow Eyes
- Icterus
ICD-10 Codes:
- R17: Unspecified jaundice
Also known as:
- Short Bowel Syndrome
- Short Gut Syndrome
- SBS
- Intestinal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K90821: Short bowel syndrome with colon in continuity
Also known as:
- Malabsorption After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bilirubin Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome', 'Gilbert's syndrome
- Jaundice cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- E806: Other disorders of bilirubin metabolism
Also known as:
- Short Bowel Syndrome
- Short Gut Syndrome
- SBS
ICD-10 Codes:
- K90829: Short bowel syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Which procedures does Dr. Whitehead perform as a Pediatric Transplant Hepatologist?
As a Pediatric Transplant Hepatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bridget Whitehead may include:
- Colonic Polypectomy
- Hepatitis C Testing
- Hepatology Consultation
- Hepatology Follow Up
- Liver Biopsy
- Liver Disease Consultation
- Liver Function Test
- Liver Imaging
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Whitehead's office.
Does Dr. Whitehead accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitehead accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whitehead accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Whitehead 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Whitehead's office located?
Dr. Bridget Whitehead's Primary Practice
225 E Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 227-4200
What is Dr. Whitehead's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitehead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245629922.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitehead?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitehead
What is Dr. Bridget Whitehead's specialty?
Dr. Whitehead is a Pediatric Transplant Hepatologist near Chicago, IL. A pediatrician with expertise in transplant hepatology, possessing the specialized knowledge and skills necessary for pediatric gastroenterologists to care for patients before and after liver transplantation. This expertise encompasses all phases of the transplantation process, ensuring comprehensive management of liver transplant recipients. Contact Dr. Whitehead to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bridget Whitehead affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whitehead is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Transplant Hepatologist?
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Is Bridget Whitehead accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Bridget Whitehead is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bridget Whitehead offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whitehead's office at (312) 227-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bridget Whitehead?
Please contact Dr. Whitehead's office at (312) 227-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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