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Dr. Penelope Pfeiffer

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Kankakee, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pfeiffer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Kankakee, IL?

    Dr. Penelope Pfeiffer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kankakee, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pfeiffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pfeiffer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pfeiffer’s office at (773) 990-6550.

    What languages does Dr. Pfeiffer speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Penelope Pfeiffer may include:

    Please contact Dr. Pfeiffer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Pfeiffer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pfeiffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 990-6550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pfeiffer accept in Kankakee, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pfeiffer's office located?

    Dr. Penelope Pfeiffer's Primary Practice

    500 W Court St

    Kankakee, IL 60901

    (773) 990-6550

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    Dr. Penelope Pfeiffer's Practice 2

    1500 S Fairfield Ave

    Chicago, IL 60608

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    Resurrection Em Residency

    7435 W Talcott Ave

    Chicago, IL 60631

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

    Dr. Pfeiffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285167262.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pfeiffer?

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

    What is Dr. Penelope Pfeiffer's specialty?

    Dr. Pfeiffer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Kankakee, IL.

    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. Penelope Pfeiffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pfeiffer is affiliated with Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Resurrection Medical Center, Ascension Alexian Brothers (elk Grove Village, Il) 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 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. Penelope Pfeiffer accepting new patients in Kankakee, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Penelope Pfeiffer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Penelope Pfeiffer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pfeiffer's office at (773) 990-6550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Penelope Pfeiffer?

    Please contact Dr. Pfeiffer's office at (773) 990-6550 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pfeiffer's office located?

    Dr. Pfeiffer's offices are located in Kankakee, IL and Chicago, IL.