53 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jensik, Transplant Surgeon in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Stephen Jensik, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 53 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Jensik completed his residency at Rush University Medical Center - Surgery. Dr. Jensik is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jensik’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jensik’s office at (312) 942-4252.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Jensik?
Dr. Stephen Jensik, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Jensik empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Transplant-Kidney, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago/IL community, Dr. Jensik is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Jensik go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Minnesota - Transplant Surgery
Residency: Rush University Medical Center - Surgery
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine, Urbana (Education)
Is Dr. Jensik board certified in Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Jensik, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Jensik speak?
Dr. Jensik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Jensik treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Jensik 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. Jensik. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Which procedures does Dr. Jensik perform as a Transplant Surgeon?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Stephen Jensik may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jensik's office.
Does Dr. Jensik accept my insurance?
Dr. Jensik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-4252 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jensik accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Jensik 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Molina
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Where is Dr. Jensik's office located?
Dr. Stephen Jensik's Primary Practice
1700 W Van Buren St
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-4252
What is Dr. Jensik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jensik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245269869.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jensik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jensik
What is Dr. Stephen Jensik's specialty?
Dr. Jensik is a Transplant Surgeon near Chicago, IL. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Jensik to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Jensik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jensik is affiliated with RUSH University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Stephen Jensik accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Jensik is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Jensik offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jensik's office at (312) 942-4252 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Jensik?
Please contact Dr. Jensik's office at (312) 942-4252 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Jensik have?
Dr. Stephen Jensik is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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