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Dr. Christopher Espinosa, MD

Dr. Christopher Espinosa, MD

Anesthesiologist

Winfield, IL

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Espinosa, Anesthesiologist in Winfield, IL?

    Dr. Christopher Espinosa, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Winfield, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Espinosa graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Espinosa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Espinosa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Espinosa’s office at (630) 933-1660.

    Where did Dr. Espinosa go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals | Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Espinosa board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Espinosa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Espinosa speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Espinosa typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Espinosa 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. Espinosa. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Second-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
    • Postpartum Care
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Moderate vaginal tear
    • Second degree tear after birth
    • Perineal muscle tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O701: Second degree perineal laceration during delivery

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Espinosa typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Espinosa 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. Espinosa. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Without Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
    • Spinal Pain Injection
    • Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection (Blind)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
    • 62326: Injection(s), including indwelling catheter placement, continuous infusion or intermittent bolus, of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Espinosa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Espinosa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 933-1660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Espinosa accept in Winfield, IL?

    Dr. Espinosa in Winfield, 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)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Espinosa's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Espinosa's Primary Practice

    25 N Winfield Rd

    Winfield, IL 60190

    (630) 933-1660

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    Dr. Christopher Espinosa's Practice 2

    300 Randall Rd

    Geneva, IL 60134

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

    Dr. Espinosa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437276896.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Espinosa?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Espinosa's specialty?

    Dr. Espinosa is an Anesthesiologist near Winfield, IL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Christopher Espinosa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Espinosa is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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 Dr. Christopher Espinosa accepting new patients in Winfield, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Espinosa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Espinosa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Espinosa's office at (630) 933-1660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Espinosa?

    Please contact Dr. Espinosa's office at (630) 933-1660 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Espinosa's office located?

    Dr. Espinosa's offices are located in Winfield, IL and Geneva, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Espinosa have?

    Dr. Christopher Espinosa is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.