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Dr. Westley Zimmer, MD
Hoffman Estates, IL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zimmer, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Hoffman Estates, IL?
Dr. Westley Zimmer, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Hoffman Estates, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zimmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zimmer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zimmer’s office at (312) 942-5000.
What languages does Dr. Zimmer speak?
Dr. Zimmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Zimmer typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Zimmer 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. Zimmer. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Zimmer typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Zimmer 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. Zimmer. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Contrast Injection for Abscess/Cyst Assessment
- Drainage Catheter Contrast Study
- Abscess Imaging
- Cystogram via Drain
CPT Codes:
- 49424: Contrast injection for assessment of abscess or cyst via previously placed drainage catheter or tube (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Kidney Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Does Dr. Zimmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Zimmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zimmer accept in Hoffman Estates, IL?
Dr. Zimmer in Hoffman Estates, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zimmer's office located?
Dr. Westley Zimmer's Primary Practice
1786 Moon Lake Blvd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(312) 942-5000
What is Dr. Zimmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zimmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023465150.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zimmer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zimmer
What is Dr. Westley Zimmer's specialty?
Dr. Zimmer is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Hoffman Estates, IL.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Westley Zimmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zimmer is affiliated with Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il), Ascension Alexian Brothers (elk Grove Village, Il) 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 Westley Zimmer accepting new patients in Hoffman Estates, IL?
Yes, Dr. Westley Zimmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Westley Zimmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zimmer's office at (312) 942-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Westley Zimmer?
Please contact Dr. Zimmer's office at (312) 942-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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