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Dr. Kristopher Mcdonough, MD

Dr. Kristopher Mcdonough, MD

Joliet, IL

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcdonough, Pulmonologist in Joliet, IL?

    Dr. Kristopher Mcdonough, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Joliet, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Mcdonough graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at University Of Chicago Hosps. Dr. Mcdonough is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdonough’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdonough’s office at (815) 725-2653.

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

    • Residency: University Of Chicago Hosps | University of Chicago Program

    • Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center

    Is Dr. Mcdonough board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kristopher Mcdonough, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mcdonough speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mcdonough treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mcdonough 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. Mcdonough. 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:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    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:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    What procedures does Dr. Mcdonough perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mcdonough 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. Mcdonough. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Navigational Bronchoscopy
    • Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
    • Advanced Lung Scope
    • Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
    • Airway Examination with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
    • 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
    • Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
    • Lung Scope with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe

    Does Dr. Mcdonough accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcdonough accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 725-2653 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdonough accept in Joliet, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Mcdonough's office located?

    Dr. Kristopher Mcdonough's Primary Practice

    903 N 129th Infantry Dr Ste 400

    Joliet, IL 60435

    (815) 725-2653

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    Dr. Kristopher Mcdonough's Practice 2

    1890 Silver Cross Blvd Ste 535

    New Lenox, IL 60451

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

    Dr. Mcdonough's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851412779.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdonough?

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

    What is Dr. Kristopher Mcdonough's specialty?

    Dr. Mcdonough is a Pulmonologist near Joliet, IL. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Mcdonough to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kristopher Mcdonough affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcdonough is affiliated with Silver Cross Hospital, Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers, Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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

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    Is Kristopher Mcdonough accepting new patients in Joliet, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Kristopher Mcdonough is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristopher Mcdonough offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonough's office at (815) 725-2653 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristopher Mcdonough?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonough's office at (815) 725-2653 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kristopher Mcdonough have?

    Dr. Kristopher Mcdonough is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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