Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackburn’s office at (312) 227-0300.
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 as a 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 a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Blackburn typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Tourette Syndrome
- Tic Disorder
- Tremor
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Tourette's
- Gilles de la Tourette syndrome
- Tics
- Involuntary Movements
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
ICD-10 Codes:
- F952: Tourette's disorder
- F959: Tic disorder, unspecified
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
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
- Epilepsy
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Blackburn typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Blackburn's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blackburn accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackburn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-0300 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
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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) 227-0300
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.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joanna Blackburn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blackburn is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee 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 Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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) 227-0300 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) 227-0300 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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