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Dr. Kathleen Florence, MD

Physiatrist

Buffalo Grove, IL

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Florence, Physiatrist in Buffalo Grove, IL?

    Dr. Kathleen Florence, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Buffalo Grove, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Florence graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed her residency at Rehab Inst Of Chicago. Dr. Florence is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Florence’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Florence’s office at (708) 684-5428.

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

    • Residency: Rehab Inst Of Chicago

    • Medical School: Washington Center / School of Medicine | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    What languages does Dr. Florence speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Florence typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Florence 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. Florence. 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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Post-stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from stroke
    • Stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69151: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Reduced Mobility
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Incomplete Quadriplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Partial four-limb paralysis
    • Incomplete tetraplegia
    • Partial quadriplegia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8252: Quadriplegia, C1-C4 incomplete

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Worsening chronic heart failure
    • Acute decompensated heart failure
    • Sudden worsening heart failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Florence typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Florence may include:

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

    Does Dr. Florence accept my insurance?

    Dr. Florence accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 684-5428 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Florence accept in Buffalo Grove, IL?

    Dr. Florence in Buffalo Grove, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Florence's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Florence's Primary Practice

    214 McHenry Rd

    Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

    (708) 684-5428

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    Emg Lab South

    4440 W 95th St

    Oak Lawn, IL 60453

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    Dr. Kathleen Florence's Practice 3

    6705 Kingery Hwy

    Willowbrook, IL 60527

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    What hospitals are Dr. Florence affiliated with?

    Dr. Florence has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Advocate Christ Medical Center,Oak Lawn, IL

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

    Dr. Florence's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477549889.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Florence?

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

    What is Dr. Kathleen Florence's specialty?

    Dr. Florence is a Physiatrist near Buffalo Grove, IL.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Kathleen Florence affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Florence is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: 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

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    Is Dr. Kathleen Florence accepting new patients in Buffalo Grove, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Florence is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Florence offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Florence's office at (708) 684-5428 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathleen Florence?

    Please contact Dr. Florence's office at (708) 684-5428 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Florence's office located?

    Dr. Florence's offices are located in Buffalo Grove, IL, Oak Lawn, IL, and Willowbrook, IL.