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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Poozhikunnel, Internist in Des Plaines, IL?
Dr. Ashokmathew Poozhikunnel is an Internist, who primarily practices in Des Plaines, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Poozhikunnel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poozhikunnel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poozhikunnel’s office at (262) 827-2975.
What languages does Dr. Poozhikunnel speak?
Dr. Poozhikunnel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Poozhikunnel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Poozhikunnel 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. Poozhikunnel. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Poozhikunnel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashokmathew Poozhikunnel 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. Poozhikunnel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Poozhikunnel accept my insurance?
Dr. Poozhikunnel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (262) 827-2975 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poozhikunnel accept in Des Plaines, IL?
Dr. Poozhikunnel in Des Plaines, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Poozhikunnel's office located?
Dr. Ashokmathew Poozhikunnel's Primary Practice
77 Rand Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(262) 827-2975
What is Dr. Poozhikunnel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poozhikunnel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710418892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poozhikunnel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poozhikunnel
What is Dr. Ashokmathew Poozhikunnel's specialty?
Dr. Poozhikunnel is a Internist near Des Plaines, 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. Ashokmathew Poozhikunnel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poozhikunnel is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Advocate Condell Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ashokmathew Poozhikunnel accepting new patients in Des Plaines, IL?
Yes, Dr. Ashokmathew Poozhikunnel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashokmathew Poozhikunnel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poozhikunnel's office at (262) 827-2975 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashokmathew Poozhikunnel?
Please contact Dr. Poozhikunnel's office at (262) 827-2975 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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