Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smith, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Christopher Smith, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Smith is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (708) 684-5650.
Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Nebraska Medical Center | University of Nebraska Medical Center, Creighton, Omaha, NE | University of Nebraska Medical Center - University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Is Dr. Smith board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Smith typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Also known as:
- Sphingolipidosis
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Canavan disease
- Farber lipogranulomatosis
- Sphingolipid storage disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7529: Other sphingolipidosis
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Smith typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 684-5650 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Smith in Oak Lawn, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
Dr. Christopher Smith's Primary Practice
4440 W 95th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 684-5650
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 11 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Christopher Smith an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Smith has been rated and reviewed by 11 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Smith, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841214624.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Christopher Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Oak Lawn, IL.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Christopher Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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 Christopher Smith accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (708) 684-5650 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (708) 684-5650 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Smith have?
Dr. Christopher Smith is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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