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Dr. Helen Plavnik, MD

Dr. Helen Plavnik, MD

Wheeling, IL

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Plavnik, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Wheeling, IL?

    Dr. Helen Plavnik, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Wheeling, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Plavnik graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed her residency at Luthern Genl Hospital. Dr. Plavnik is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plavnik’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plavnik’s office at (847) 626-7600.

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

    • Residency: Luthern Genl Hospital | Advocate Lutheran General Hospital | Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Plavnik board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Plavnik, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    What languages does Dr. Plavnik speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Plavnik treat?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Plavnik 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. Plavnik. 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 Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup with issues
    • Pelvic exam, abnormal results
    • OB/GYN visit with concerns
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings
    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Irregular Cycle)
    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
    • Menstruation
    • Menometrorrhagia
    • Irregular Heavy Bleeding
    • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
    • Menorrhagia
    • Polymenorrhea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N921: Excessive and frequent menstruation with irregular cycle
    • N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Left lower quadrant pain
    • Pain in left side of belly
    • Left side abdominal discomfort
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma of uterus
    • Myoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Uterine leiomyoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D251: Intramural leiomyoma of uterus

    Also known as:

    • Incomplete Uterine and Vaginal Prolapse
    • Uterine and Vaginal Prolapse
    • Cervix Disorder
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Partial uterine prolapse
    • Incomplete uterine descent
    • Uterovaginal prolapse
    • Uterine prolapse
    • Vaginal prolapse
    • Dropped uterus and vagina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N812: Incomplete uterovaginal prolapse
    • N814: Uterovaginal prolapse, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Postmenopausal Bleeding
    • Heavy Bleeding Before Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Bleeding After Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause
    • Perimenopausal Bleeding
    • Excessive Premenopausal Bleeding
    • Menorrhagia (Perimenopause)
    • Heavy Periods Before Menopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N950: Postmenopausal bleeding
    • N924: Excessive bleeding in the premenopausal period

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Inflammation
    • Bladder Disease
    • Cystitis
    • Bladder Infection
    • Painful Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
    • Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
    • Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
    • Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
    • Vaginitis
    • Acute Vaginitis
    • Sudden Vaginal Infection
    • Vaginal Irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N760: Acute vaginitis

    Also known as:

    • Vaginal Prolapse After Hysterectomy
    • Hysterectomy
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Vaginal Vault Prolapse
    • Post-Hysterectomy Prolapse
    • Dropped Vagina After Hysterectomy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N993: Prolapse of vaginal vault after hysterectomy

    What procedures does Dr. Plavnik perform?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Plavnik 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. Plavnik. 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:

    • Uterine Lining Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endometrial Biopsy
    • Uterine Biopsy
    • Cervical Biopsy
    • Endocervical Sampling

    CPT Codes:

    • 58100: Endometrial sampling (biopsy) with or without endocervical sampling (biopsy), without cervical dilation, any method (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
    • Colposcopy
    • Cervical Biopsy
    • Endocervical Curettage
    • Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage

    Also known as:

    • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
    • D&C with Hysteroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C

    Also known as:

    • IUD Removal
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device removal
    • Take out IUD
    • Remove birth control device
    • IUD explant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • IUD Insertion
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device placement
    • IUD placement
    • Birth control implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • Hysteroscopy with Fibroid Removal
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Fibroid Removal
    • Hysteroscopic Myomectomy
    • Uterine Polyp Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 58561: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with removal of leiomyomata

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Catheterization for Imaging
    • Saline Infusion Sonohysterography Prep
    • Hysterosalpingography Prep
    • Uterine Contrast Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 58340: Catheterization and introduction of saline or contrast material for saline infusion sonohysterography (SIS) or hysterosalpingography

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cone Biopsy (LEEP)
    • LEEP Procedure
    • Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure
    • Cervical Conization
    • Cone Biopsy of Cervix

    CPT Codes:

    • 57522: Conization of cervix, with or without fulguration, with or without dilation and curettage, with or without repair; loop electrode excision

    Does Dr. Plavnik accept my insurance?

    Dr. Plavnik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 626-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Plavnik accept in Wheeling, IL?

    Dr. Plavnik in Wheeling, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • Tria Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Plavnik's office located?

    Dr. Helen Plavnik's Primary Practice

    201 E Strong St Ste 3

    Wheeling, IL 60090

    (847) 626-7600

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    Dr. Helen Plavnik's Practice 2

    9933 Lawler Ave Ste 545

    Skokie, IL 60077

    (847) 626-7600

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

    Dr. Plavnik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922037910.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plavnik?

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

    What is Dr. Helen Plavnik's specialty?

    Dr. Plavnik is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Wheeling, IL. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Plavnik to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Helen Plavnik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Plavnik is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Northwestern 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

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    Is Helen Plavnik accepting new patients in Wheeling, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Plavnik is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helen Plavnik offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Plavnik's office at (847) 626-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Helen Plavnik?

    Please contact Dr. Plavnik's office at (847) 626-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Plavnik have?

    Dr. Helen Plavnik is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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