44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Farby, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Gerald Farby, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Farby completed his residency at Michael Reese Medical Center - Chicago, IL. Dr. Farby is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farby’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farby’s office.
Where did Dr. Farby go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Michael Reese Medical Center - Chicago, IL
Medical School: University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Farby board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Farby, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Farby speak?
Dr. Farby and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Farby typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Farby 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. Farby. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Farby typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Farby 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
Please contact Dr. Farby's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Farby accept my insurance?
Dr. Farby accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farby accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Farby 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
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Farby's office located?
What is Dr. Farby's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972504454.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farby?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farby
What is Dr. Gerald Farby's specialty?
Dr. Farby is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gerald Farby affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Farby is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Weiss Memorial 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Gerald Farby accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Farby is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Farby offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farby's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Farby?
Please contact Dr. Farby's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Farby have?
Dr. Gerald Farby is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Internist Near Chicago, IL
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Marina Amusin, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified.
Chicago, IL
JJ
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Judy Joseph, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified.
Chicago, IL
MK
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Maliha Khan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Chicago, IL