22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Pickering, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Paul Pickering, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Pickering completed his residency at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Pickering is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pickering’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pickering’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pickering?
Dr. Paul Pickering, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pickering empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiovascular Health, Chronic Disease Management, Concierge Medicine, LGBTQ+ Health, Men's Health, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago, IL community, Dr. Pickering is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Pickering go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Pickering board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Pickering, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pickering speak?
Dr. Pickering and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pickering typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pickering 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. Pickering. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Other Preventive Measures Visit
- Other Preventive Health Measures
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
- Other prophylactic care
- Specific preventive treatments
- Additional preventive health measures
- Specific Prophylactic Treatment
- Disease Prevention Visit
- Health Protection Measures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
- Z2989: Encounter for other specified prophylactic measures
- Z298: Encounter for other specified prophylactic measures
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pickering typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Pickering may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Pickering's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pickering accept my insurance?
Dr. Pickering 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. Pickering accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Pickering in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pickering's office located?
What is Dr. Pickering's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pickering's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407973183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pickering?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pickering
What is Dr. Paul Pickering's specialty?
Dr. Pickering is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Paul Pickering affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pickering is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Paul Pickering accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Paul Pickering is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Pickering offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pickering's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Pickering?
Please contact Dr. Pickering's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Pickering have?
Dr. Paul Pickering is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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