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Dr. Clara Akhigbe, MD
Chicago, IL
34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhigbe, Pediatrician in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Clara Akhigbe, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Akhigbe graduated from FacultÈ de MÈdecine de Bujumbura and completed her residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Akhigbe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhigbe’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhigbe’s office at (773) 962-0633.
Where did Dr. Akhigbe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Pediatrics | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program
Medical School: University Of Benin, College of Medicine | FacultÈ de MÈdecine de Bujumbura | University Of Benin, College of Medicine
Is Dr. Akhigbe board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Clara Akhigbe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Akhigbe speak?
Dr. Akhigbe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akhigbe typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Akhigbe 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. Akhigbe. 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 here.
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akhigbe typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Clara Akhigbe 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. Akhigbe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akhigbe accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhigbe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 962-0633 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhigbe accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Akhigbe in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicaid
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akhigbe's office located?
Dr. Clara Akhigbe's Primary Practice
6307 S Stewart Ave Ste 313
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 962-0633
What is Dr. Akhigbe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhigbe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346281110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhigbe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhigbe
What is Dr. Clara Akhigbe's specialty?
Dr. Akhigbe 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. Clara Akhigbe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhigbe is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Clara Akhigbe accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Clara Akhigbe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Clara Akhigbe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhigbe's office at (773) 962-0633 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Clara Akhigbe?
Please contact Dr. Akhigbe's office at (773) 962-0633 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Clara Akhigbe have?
Dr. Clara Akhigbe is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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