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Dr. Amy Whalen, MD

Dr. Amy Whalen, MD

Chicago, IL

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whalen, Pediatrician in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Amy Whalen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Whalen completed her residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Adolescent Medicine-Pediatrics; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Pediatrics; Univ Il Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Whalen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whalen’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whalen’s office at (800) 543-7362.

    Where did Dr. Whalen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: adolescent medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York | University of Rochester Medical Center | U/ROCHESTER PROG, ROCHESTER, NY United States, Adolescent Medicine | University of Rochester, Adolescent Medicine

    • Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Adolescent Medicine-Pediatrics; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Pediatrics; Univ Il Coll Of Med, Pediatrics | Chldns Hosp Of Wisc | Children's Hospital of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il

    Is Dr. Whalen board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Whalen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Pediatrics since 1999

    What languages does Dr. Whalen speak?

    Dr. Whalen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Whalen treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Whalen 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. Whalen. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Gain
    • Sudden weight gain
    • Rapid weight increase
    • Abnormal increase in weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R635: Abnormal weight gain

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    What procedures does Dr. Whalen perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Whalen 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. Whalen. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Whalen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whalen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 543-7362 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whalen accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Whalen 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • MedImpact

    • Molina

    • State of Illinois

    • Tria Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Whalen's office located?

    Dr. Amy Whalen's Primary Practice

    225 E Chicago Ave # 162

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (800) 543-7362

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    Dr. Amy Whalen's Practice 2

    2300 N Childrens Plz

    Chicago, IL 60614

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    Dr. Amy Whalen's Practice 3

    4867 N Broadway St

    Chicago, IL 60640

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Pediatrics

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    What is Dr. Whalen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Whalen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659318376.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whalen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whalen

    What is Dr. Amy Whalen's specialty?

    Dr. Whalen is a Pediatrician near Chicago, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Whalen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Amy Whalen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whalen is affiliated with Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Amy Whalen accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Whalen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Whalen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whalen's office at (800) 543-7362 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amy Whalen?

    Please contact Dr. Whalen's office at (800) 543-7362 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Whalen have?

    Dr. Amy Whalen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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