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Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman, DO

Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman, DO

Pediatrician

Vernon Hills, IL

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Block-Rissman, Pediatrician in Vernon Hills, IL?

    Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Vernon Hills, IL. She has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Block-Rissman graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed her residency at Advocate Christ Medical Center/Advocate Hope Children's Hospital. Dr. Block-Rissman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Block-Rissman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Block-Rissman’s office at (847) 522-8900.

    Where did Dr. Block-Rissman go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Advocate Christ Medical Center/Advocate Hope Children's Hospital

    • Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

    What languages does Dr. Block-Rissman speak?

    Dr. Block-Rissman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Block-Rissman typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Block-Rissman 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. Block-Rissman. 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 Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Block-Rissman typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman may include:

    Please contact Dr. Block-Rissman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Block-Rissman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Block-Rissman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 522-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Block-Rissman accept in Vernon Hills, IL?

    Dr. Block-Rissman in Vernon Hills, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Block-Rissman's office located?

    Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman's Primary Practice

    830 W End Ct

    Vernon Hills, IL 60061

    (847) 522-8900

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

    Dr. Block-Rissman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649472556.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Block-Rissman?

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

    What is Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman's specialty?

    Dr. Block-Rissman is a Pediatrician near Vernon Hills, IL.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Block-Rissman is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman accepting new patients in Vernon Hills, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Block-Rissman's office at (847) 522-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman?

    Please contact Dr. Block-Rissman's office at (847) 522-8900 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Block-Rissman's office located?

    Dr. Block-Rissman's office is located in Vernon Hills, IL.