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Dr. Donald Amuh, MD

Dr. Donald Amuh, MD

Chicago, IL

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Amuh, Infectious Disease Specialist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Donald Amuh, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Amuh completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Infectious Diseases; Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Amuh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amuh’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amuh’s office at (708) 587-0000.

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

    • Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Infectious Diseases; Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Amuh board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Amuh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Amuh speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Amuh treat?

    As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Amuh 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. Amuh. 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • SARS Pneumonia
    • Aspiration Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • SARS Lung Infection
    • Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Pneumonia
    • Coronavirus Pneumonia
    • Inhalation Pneumonia
    • Chemical Pneumonitis
    • Aspiration Lung Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J1281: Pneumonia due to SARS-associated coronavirus
    • J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Kidney Infection
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Pyelonephritis
    • Acute Kidney Infection
    • Renal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • N10: Acute pyelonephritis

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of a Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Limb Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Limb Infection
    • Spreading Limb Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03119: Cellulitis of unspecified part of limb

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal or Pelvic Swelling, Mass, or Lump
    • Belly lump
    • Pelvic mass
    • Abdominal swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1900: Intra-abdominal and pelvic swelling, mass and lump, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • High White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Local Skin Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Skin bacterial infection
    • Subcutaneous tissue infection
    • Localized skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gangrene
    • Tissue Death
    • Necrosis
    • Dead Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    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:

    • 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:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Which procedures does Dr. Amuh perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Amuh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amuh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 587-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Atrium Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Meridian Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Amuh's office located?

    Dr. Donald Amuh's Primary Practice

    2315 E 93rd St Ste 339

    Chicago, IL 60617

    (708) 587-0000

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    Dr. Donald Amuh's Practice 2

    1701 W Monterey Ave Ste 1

    Chicago, IL 60643

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    Dr. Donald Amuh's Practice 3

    12632 S Harlem Ave

    Palos Heights, IL 60463

    (708) 587-0000

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

    Dr. Amuh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730303439.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amuh?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Amuh's specialty?

    Dr. Amuh is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Chicago, IL.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

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    Is this Dr. Donald Amuh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Amuh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Advocate Christ Medical Center. 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

    Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist with 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 Donald Amuh accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Amuh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Amuh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amuh's office at (708) 587-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Amuh?

    Please contact Dr. Amuh's office at (708) 587-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Amuh have?

    Dr. Donald Amuh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.

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