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Dr. John Hamilton, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Park Ridge, IL

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Hamilton, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Park Ridge, IL?

    Dr. John Hamilton, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Park Ridge, IL. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Hamilton completed his residency at Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine and is currently affiliated with Lutheran General Hospital / Pathology Department. Dr. Hamilton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamilton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamilton’s office at (847) 723-2210.

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

    • Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Hamilton board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Hamilton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Hamilton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Hamilton typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Hamilton 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. Hamilton. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
    • Patient left before treatment
    • Did not wait to be seen
    • Treatment abandoned by patient

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Hamilton typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Hamilton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hamilton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hamilton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 723-2210 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hamilton accept in Park Ridge, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Hamilton's office located?

    Lutheran General Hospital / Pathology Department

    1775 Dempster St

    Park Ridge, IL 60068

    (847) 723-2210

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hamilton affiliated with?

    Dr. Hamilton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Advocate Trinity Hospital,Chicago, IL
    Advocate Christ Medical Center,Oak Lawn, IL

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

    Dr. Hamilton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457343931.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamilton?

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

    What is Dr. John Hamilton's specialty?

    Dr. Hamilton is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Park Ridge, IL.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. John Hamilton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Hamilton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Advocate Trinity Hospital, Advocate Christ Medical Center. 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist. 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 Dr. John Hamilton accepting new patients in Park Ridge, IL?

    Yes, Dr. John Hamilton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Hamilton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office at (847) 723-2210 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Hamilton?

    Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office at (847) 723-2210 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hamilton's office located?

    Dr. Hamilton's office is located in Park Ridge, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Hamilton have?

    Dr. John Hamilton is certified by the American Board of Pathology.