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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gacek, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Andrzej Gacek, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Gacek graduated from Jagiellonian University Medical College. Dr. Gacek is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gacek’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gacek’s office at (773) 631-1300.
Where did Dr. Gacek go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Jagiellonian University Medical College
What languages does Dr. Gacek speak?
Dr. Gacek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
What conditions does Dr. Gacek treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Gacek 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. Gacek. 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:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Outer Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- External Ear Infection
- Otitis Externa
- Unspecified Outer Ear Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H608X9: Other otitis externa, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does Dr. Gacek perform?
As a Internist, Dr. Gacek performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Gacek. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Gacek accept my insurance?
Dr. Gacek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 631-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gacek accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Gacek in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
Tria Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gacek's office located?
Dr. Andrzej Gacek's Primary Practice
5901 N Milwaukee Ave Ste D
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 631-1300
What is Dr. Gacek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gacek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871543694.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gacek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gacek
What is Dr. Andrzej Gacek's specialty?
Dr. Gacek is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Gacek to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Andrzej Gacek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gacek is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Resurrection Medical Center, Northwestern Memorial 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
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Is Andrzej Gacek accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Andrzej Gacek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrzej Gacek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gacek's office at (773) 631-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrzej Gacek?
Please contact Dr. Gacek's office at (773) 631-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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