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Dr. Lauren Wiebe, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Medical Oncologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Evanston, IL

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wiebe, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Lauren Wiebe, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Wiebe is fluent in English, German, and Hungarian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiebe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiebe’s office at (847) 570-2112.

    Is Dr. Wiebe board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Wiebe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wiebe speak?

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

    • English
    • German
    • Hungarian

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Wiebe typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Wiebe 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. Wiebe. 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:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Wiebe typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Wiebe may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wiebe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wiebe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 570-2112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wiebe accept in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Wiebe in Evanston, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wiebe's office located?

    Palliative Care

    2650 Ridge Ave

    Evanston, IL 60201

    (847) 570-2112

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

    Dr. Wiebe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811193592.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiebe?

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

    What is Dr. Lauren Wiebe's specialty?

    Dr. Wiebe is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Evanston, IL.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Lauren Wiebe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wiebe is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Lauren Wiebe accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Wiebe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Wiebe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wiebe's office at (847) 570-2112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren Wiebe?

    Please contact Dr. Wiebe's office at (847) 570-2112 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wiebe's office located?

    Dr. Wiebe's office is located in Evanston, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lauren Wiebe have?

    Dr. Lauren Wiebe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.