25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Mathew, Internist in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Liji Mathew, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Joliet, IL. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mathew graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed her residency at Franklin Square Hospital Center. Dr. Mathew is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mathew’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mathew’s office at (815) 725-2121.
Where did Dr. Mathew go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Franklin Square Hospital Center
Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Mathew board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Liji Mathew, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mathew speak?
Dr. Mathew and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mathew treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Mathew 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. Mathew. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Hip Replacement Removal Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Post-hip implant removal care
- Hip prosthesis explant recovery
- Hip revision aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4732: Aftercare following explantation of hip joint prosthesis
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Mathew perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Liji Mathew may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mathew's office.
Does Dr. Mathew accept my insurance?
Dr. Mathew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 725-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mathew accept in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Mathew in Joliet, 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)
Employee Benefit Plan Administration
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mathew's office located?
What is Dr. Mathew's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mathew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396788683.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mathew?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mathew
What is Dr. Liji Mathew's specialty?
Dr. Mathew is a Internist near Joliet, IL.
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.
Contact Dr. Mathew to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Liji Mathew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mathew is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Liji Mathew accepting new patients in Joliet, IL?
Yes, Dr. Liji Mathew is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Liji Mathew offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mathew's office at (815) 725-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Liji Mathew?
Please contact Dr. Mathew's office at (815) 725-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Liji Mathew have?
Dr. Liji Mathew is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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