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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gruber, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Freeport, IL?
Dr. Chris Gruber, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Freeport, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gruber completed his residency at Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine and is currently affiliated with Provena St Joseph Hospital. Dr. Gruber is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gruber’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gruber’s office at (815) 599-6000.
Where did Dr. Gruber go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Advocate Lutheran Gen Hospital
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
What languages does Dr. Gruber speak?
Dr. Gruber and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gruber typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gruber 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. Gruber. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gruber typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Chris Gruber may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Gruber's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gruber accept my insurance?
Dr. Gruber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 599-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gruber accept in Freeport, IL?
Dr. Gruber in Freeport, 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
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
The Alliance
UMR Administered Payer
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Where is Dr. Gruber's office located?
Dr. Chris Gruber's Primary Practice
1045 W Stephenson St
Freeport, IL 61032
(815) 599-6000
What is Dr. Gruber's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gruber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093753287.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gruber?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gruber
What is Dr. Chris Gruber's specialty?
Dr. Gruber is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Freeport, IL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Chris Gruber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gruber is affiliated with Javon Bea Hospital – Riverside, Uw Health University Hospital, Uw Health Swedishamerican 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chris Gruber accepting new patients in Freeport, IL?
Yes, Dr. Chris Gruber is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chris Gruber offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gruber's office at (815) 599-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chris Gruber?
Please contact Dr. Gruber's office at (815) 599-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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