26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sam, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ronald Sam, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Sam graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Cook County Hospital Program. Dr. Sam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sam’s office at (224) 633-9472.
Where did Dr. Sam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Sam board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Sam, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sam speak?
Dr. Sam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sam typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sam 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. Sam. 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:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sam typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Sam 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. Sam. 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:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Does Dr. Sam accept my insurance?
Dr. Sam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (224) 633-9472 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sam accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sam 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
Centene Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sam's office located?
Dr. Ronald Sam's Primary Practice
401 N Michigan Ave Ste 1740
Chicago, IL 60611
(224) 633-9472
What is Dr. Sam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073537643.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sam
What is Dr. Ronald Sam's specialty?
Dr. Sam is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ronald Sam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sam is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Osf Healthcare Little Company Of Mary Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ronald Sam accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Sam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Sam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sam's office at (224) 633-9472 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Sam?
Please contact Dr. Sam's office at (224) 633-9472 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Sam have?
Dr. Ronald Sam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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