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Dr. Irwin Benuck, MD

Dr. Irwin Benuck, MD

Evanston, IL

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benuck, Pediatrician in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Irwin Benuck, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Benuck completed his residency at Children'S Mem Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Benuck is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benuck’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benuck’s office at (847) 869-4300.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Benuck?

    Dr. Irwin Benuck, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician 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. Benuck empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Developmental Disorders, Obesity, Pediatric Cardiology, Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Evanston/IL community, Dr. Benuck is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Children'S Mem Hosp, Pediatrics | Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity

    Is Dr. Benuck board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Irwin Benuck, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Benuck speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Benuck treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Benuck 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. Benuck. 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 Cholesterol
    • High Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hypertriglyceridemia
    • Elevated triglycerides
    • High blood fats

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia

    Also known as:

    • Familial High Cholesterol
    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • High Lipoprotein(a)
    • Cholesterol
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Familial hypercholesterolemia
    • Triglycerides
    • FH
    • Genetic high cholesterol
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Elevated Lipoprotein(a)
    • Lp(a) elevation
    • High Lp(a)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia
    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • E7841: Elevated Lipoprotein(a)

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Benuck perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Irwin Benuck may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Benuck's office.

    Does Dr. Benuck accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benuck accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 869-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benuck accept in Evanston, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Molina

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Benuck's office located?

    Dr. Irwin Benuck's Primary Practice

    1325 Howard St Ste 203

    Evanston, IL 60202

    (847) 869-4300

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    Dr. Irwin Benuck's Practice 2

    1950 Dempster St

    Evanston, IL 60202

    (800) 543-7362

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Chicago Super Doctors

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

    Dr. Benuck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639179179.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benuck?

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

    What is Dr. Irwin Benuck's specialty?

    Dr. Benuck is a Pediatrician near Evanston, IL. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Benuck to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Irwin Benuck affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benuck is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Irwin Benuck accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Irwin Benuck is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Irwin Benuck offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benuck's office at (847) 869-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Irwin Benuck?

    Please contact Dr. Benuck's office at (847) 869-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Irwin Benuck have?

    Dr. Irwin Benuck is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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