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Dr. Christopher Low, MD

Buffalo Grove, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Low, Otolaryngologist in Buffalo Grove, IL?

    Dr. Christopher Low, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo Grove, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Low is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Low’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Low’s office at (507) 284-2511.

    What languages does Dr. Low speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Low typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Low 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. Low. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Hearing Sensations
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Unusual Ear Sounds
    • Distorted Hearing
    • Auditory Hallucinations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H93293: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions
    • Nose conditions
    • Sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
    • J349: Unspecified disorder of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Low typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Low 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. Low. 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:

    • Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Nose Scope
    • Rhinoscope
    • Nasal Examination with Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopic Ethmoid and Frontal Sinus Surgery
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery
    • Total Ethmoidectomy
    • Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
    • Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
    • 31253: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including frontal sinus exploration, with removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Sinus Endoscopy
    • Nasal Polyp Removal
    • Sinus Biopsy
    • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
    • Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Computer-Guided Neurosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Low accept my insurance?

    Dr. Low accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Low accept in Buffalo Grove, IL?

    Dr. Low in Buffalo Grove, 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

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Low's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Low's Primary Practice

    1450 Busch Pkwy Ste 140

    Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

    (507) 284-2511

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    Dr. Christopher Low's Practice 2

    1875 Dempster St Ste 301

    Park Ridge, IL 60068

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

    Dr. Low's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790152155.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Low?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Low's specialty?

    Dr. Low is a Otolaryngologist near Buffalo Grove, IL.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Low affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Low is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Christopher Low accepting new patients in Buffalo Grove, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Low is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Low offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Low's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Low?

    Please contact Dr. Low's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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