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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jester, Diagnostic Radiologist in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Jon Jester, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Jester completed his residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology and is currently affiliated with Palos Community Hospital. Dr. Jester is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jester’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jester’s office at (708) 226-2500.
Where did Dr. Jester go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology
Is Dr. Jester board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Jon Jester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Jester speak?
Dr. Jester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Jester typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Jester 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. Jester. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Jester typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Jester 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. Jester. 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:
- Shoulder Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Shoulder MRI Injection
- Shoulder CT Injection
- Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
CPT Codes:
- 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
Also known as:
- Hip Joint Injection with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Hip arthrogram injection
- Diagnostic hip injection
- Hip pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 27095: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; with anesthesia
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
- Breast Biopsy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
Does Dr. Jester accept my insurance?
Dr. Jester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 226-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jester accept in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Jester in Palos Heights, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jester's office located?
What is Dr. Jester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093715864.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jester
What is Dr. Jon Jester's specialty?
Dr. Jester is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Palos Heights, IL.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. Jon Jester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jester is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial 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
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Is Jon Jester accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Jon Jester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jon Jester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jester's office at (708) 226-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jon Jester?
Please contact Dr. Jester's office at (708) 226-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jon Jester have?
Dr. Jon Jester is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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