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Who is Dr. Blackburn, Pediatric Neurologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Joanna Blackburn, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology. Dr. Blackburn completed her residency at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. Dr. Blackburn is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackburn’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackburn’s office at (312) 227-3550.
Where did Dr. Blackburn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Rochester | University of Rochester, Pediatrics Movement Disorders | pediatric movement disorders, University of Rochester Medical Center, NY
Residency: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | Northwestern Memorial Hospital | New York University | Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | NYU Langone Medical Center
Is Dr. Blackburn board certified in Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Joanna Blackburn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology since 2011
What languages does Dr. Blackburn speak?
Dr. Blackburn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Blackburn treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Blackburn 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. Blackburn. 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.
Also known as:
- Tourette Syndrome
- Tic Disorder
- Tremor
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Stereotyped Movement Disorder
- Other Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Chorea
- Ataxia
- Movement Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Tourette's
- Gilles de la Tourette syndrome
- Tics
- Involuntary Movements
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
- Repetitive Movements
- Motor Stereotypies
- Habit Disorders
- Spasms
- Involuntary Jerking Movements', 'Dance-like Movements', 'Huntington's-like Movements
- Loss of Coordination
- Clumsiness
- Balance Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F952: Tourette's disorder
- F959: Tic disorder, unspecified
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
- F984: Stereotyped movement disorders
- R258: Other abnormal involuntary movements
- G255: Other chorea
- R270: Ataxia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Tic Disorder
- Temporary Tic Disorder
- Movement Disorder
- Persistent Motor Tic Disorder
- Persistent Vocal Tic Disorder
- Long-Term Tic Disorder
- Transient Motor Tic
- Transient Vocal Tic
- Short-Term Tic Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F951: Chronic motor or vocal tic disorder
- F950: Transient tic disorder
Also known as:
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Dystonia
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G249: Dystonia, unspecified
- G248: Other dystonia
Also known as:
- Conversion Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder
- Psychosomatic Motor Symptoms
- Stress-Induced Paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F444: Conversion disorder with motor symptom or deficit
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Athetoid Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Dyskinetic Cerebral Palsy
- CP with involuntary movements
- Athetosis CP
ICD-10 Codes:
- G803: Athetoid cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Which procedures does Dr. Blackburn perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joanna Blackburn 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blackburn's office.
Does Dr. Blackburn accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackburn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-3550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackburn accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Blackburn in Chicago, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blackburn's office located?
Dr. Joanna Blackburn's Primary Practice
225 E Chicago Ave # 51
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 227-3550
What is Dr. Blackburn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackburn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992904197.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackburn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackburn
What is Dr. Joanna Blackburn's specialty?
Dr. Blackburn is a Pediatric Neurologist near Chicago, IL. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Blackburn to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joanna Blackburn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Blackburn is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Joanna Blackburn accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Joanna Blackburn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joanna Blackburn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackburn's office at (312) 227-3550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joanna Blackburn?
Please contact Dr. Blackburn's office at (312) 227-3550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joanna Blackburn have?
Dr. Joanna Blackburn is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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