31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Piekos, Neurologist in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Grazyna Piekos, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Joliet, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Piekos graduated from MARCHLEWSKIEGO W BIALYMSTOKU and completed her residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Clinical Neurophysiology; Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Neurology; St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Piekos is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Piekos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Piekos’s office at (815) 730-1200.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Piekos?
Dr. Grazyna Piekos, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Piekos empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Clinical Neurophysiology, Neuromuscular Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Joliet, IL community, Dr. Piekos is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Piekos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Clinical Neurophysiology; Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Neurology; St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine | Loyola University Med Center | Loyola University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Akademia Medyczna Bialstok Poland | Academy of Medicine Juliana Marchlewskiego | MARCHLEWSKIEGO W BIALYMSTOKU
Is Dr. Piekos board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Grazyna Piekos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Piekos speak?
Dr. Piekos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Piekos typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Piekos 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. Piekos. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Multifocal Motor Neuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- MMN
- Multifocal Motor Nerve Damage
- Chronic Motor Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6182: Multifocal motor neuropathy
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Quadriplegia
- Paralysis
- Tetraplegia
- Four limb paralysis
- Complete paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Piekos typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Grazyna Piekos may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Piekos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Piekos accept my insurance?
Dr. Piekos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 730-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Piekos accept in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Piekos in Joliet, 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
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Piekos' office located?
What is Dr. Piekos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Piekos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780605899.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Piekos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Piekos
What is Dr. Grazyna Piekos's specialty?
Dr. Piekos is a Neurologist near Joliet, IL.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Grazyna Piekos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Piekos is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Resurrection Medical Center, Endeavor Health Edward Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Grazyna Piekos accepting new patients in Joliet, IL?
Yes, Dr. Grazyna Piekos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Grazyna Piekos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Piekos's office at (815) 730-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Grazyna Piekos?
Please contact Dr. Piekos's office at (815) 730-1200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Grazyna Piekos have?
Dr. Grazyna Piekos is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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