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Dr. Shira Toister, MD

Pediatrician

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Toister, Pediatrician in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Shira Toister, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Toister is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Toister’s office at (312) 227-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Toister speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Toister typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Toister 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. Toister. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Toister typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Shira Toister may include:

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

    Does Dr. Toister accept my insurance?

    Dr. Toister accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Group Administrators Ltd

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • State of Illinois

    • The Alliance

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Toister's office located?

    Dr. Shira Toister's Primary Practice

    225 E Chicago Ave

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 227-4000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Toister affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Toister has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL
    Saint Francis Hospital - Evanston Llc,Evanston, IL
    Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet Llc,Joliet, IL

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

    Dr. Toister's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447753280.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Toister?

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

    What is Dr. Shira Toister's specialty?

    Dr. Toister is a Pediatrician near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Shira Toister affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Toister is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Shira Toister accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Shira Toister is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shira Toister offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Toister's office at (312) 227-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shira Toister?

    Please contact Dr. Toister's office at (312) 227-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Toister's office located?

    Dr. Toister's office is located in Chicago, IL.