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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Machado, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ricardo Machado, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Machado is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Machado’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Machado’s office.
What languages does Dr. Machado speak?
Dr. Machado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Machado treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Machado 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. Machado. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
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:
- 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:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Machado perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricardo Machado may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Machado's office.
Does Dr. Machado accept my insurance?
Dr. Machado 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. Machado accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Machado 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
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Machado's office located?
What is Dr. Machado's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Machado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700879434.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Machado?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Machado
What is Dr. Ricardo Machado's specialty?
Dr. Machado is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Machado to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Machado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Machado is affiliated with Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist 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 Ricardo Machado accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Machado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Machado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Machado's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Machado?
Please contact Dr. Machado's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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