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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Dejesus, Pediatrician in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Tara Dejesus, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Dejesus graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Dejesus is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dejesus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dejesus’s office at (773) 254-6044.
Where did Dr. Dejesus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Dejesus speak?
Dr. Dejesus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dejesus typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dejesus 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. Dejesus. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adolescent Development Checkup
- Teen Development
- Teen development exam
- Puberty checkup
- Adolescent growth assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z003: Encounter for examination for adolescent development state
Also known as:
- School Admission Health Examination
- Health Checkup
- School Physical
- College Entry Exam
- Educational Institution Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z020: Encounter for examination for admission to educational institution
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Suspected Exposure to Other Biological Agents Ruled Out
- Other biohazard exposure cleared
- No other biological agent exposure found
- Other bioweapon exposure ruled out
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z03818: Encounter for observation for suspected exposure to other biological agents ruled out
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dejesus typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Tara Dejesus may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Dejesus' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dejesus accept my insurance?
Dr. Dejesus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 254-6044 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dejesus accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Dejesus in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dejesus' office located?
What is Dr. Dejesus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dejesus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477590651.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dejesus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dejesus
What is Dr. Tara Dejesus's specialty?
Dr. Dejesus is a Pediatrician near Chicago, IL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Tara Dejesus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dejesus 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tara Dejesus accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Tara Dejesus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tara Dejesus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dejesus's office at (773) 254-6044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tara Dejesus?
Please contact Dr. Dejesus's office at (773) 254-6044 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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