Dr. Surasak Pratuangtham, MD
Oak Lawn, IL
39 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pratuangtham, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Surasak Pratuangtham, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Pratuangtham graduated from Ramathibodi Hospital Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Pediatrics. Dr. Pratuangtham is fluent in English, Chinese, and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pratuangtham’s office at (708) 218-6645.
Where did Dr. Pratuangtham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Pediatrics
Medical School: Mahidol Univ-Ramathibodi Hosp, Fac of Med, Bangkok, Thailand | Ramathibodi Hospital Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Pratuangtham board certified as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Surasak Pratuangtham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Pratuangtham speak?
Dr. Pratuangtham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Thai
What conditions does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Pratuangtham typically treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Pratuangtham 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. Pratuangtham. 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 here.
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:
- Global Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Comprehensive Developmental Screening
- Milestone Delay Screening
- Overall Child Development Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Pratuangtham typically perform?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Surasak Pratuangtham may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Pratuangtham's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pratuangtham accept my insurance?
Dr. Pratuangtham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 218-6645 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pratuangtham accept in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Pratuangtham in Oak Lawn, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
HealthPartners
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pratuangtham's office located?
Dr. Surasak Pratuangtham's Primary Practice
4440 W 95th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 218-6645
What is Dr. Pratuangtham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pratuangtham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639164601.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pratuangtham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pratuangtham
What is Dr. Surasak Pratuangtham's specialty?
Dr. Pratuangtham is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Oak Lawn, IL.
What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?
A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments.
Is this Dr. Surasak Pratuangtham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pratuangtham is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Silver Cross Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial 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
When to see a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Surasak Pratuangtham accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?
Yes, Dr. Surasak Pratuangtham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Surasak Pratuangtham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pratuangtham's office at (708) 218-6645 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Surasak Pratuangtham?
Please contact Dr. Pratuangtham's office at (708) 218-6645 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Surasak Pratuangtham have?
Dr. Surasak Pratuangtham is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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