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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Policht, Pediatrician in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Katherine Policht, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. She is board certified. Dr. Policht is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Policht’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Policht’s office.
What languages does Dr. Policht speak?
Dr. Policht and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Policht treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Policht 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. Policht. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Policht perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Katherine Policht may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Policht's office.
Does Dr. Policht accept my insurance?
Dr. Policht accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Policht accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Policht 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
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
MedImpact
State of Illinois
Tria Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Policht's office located?
What is Dr. Policht's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Policht's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518311224.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Policht?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Policht
What is Dr. Katherine Policht's specialty?
Dr. Policht is a Pediatrician near Chicago, IL. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Policht to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Katherine Policht affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Policht is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish 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
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Is Katherine Policht accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Policht is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Policht offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Policht's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Policht?
Please contact Dr. Policht's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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225 E Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60611