44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polyak, Internist in Gurnee, IL?
Dr. Valentina Polyak, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gurnee, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Polyak graduated from M. Gorky Donetsk National Medical University Faculty of General Medicine and completed her residency at Advocate Ravenswood Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Polyak is fluent in English, Russian, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polyak’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polyak’s office at (847) 623-3200.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Polyak?
Dr. Valentina Polyak, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Polyak empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Gurnee, IL community, Dr. Polyak is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Polyak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Ravenswood Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Medical Unit of Gorlovka Kirov's Machine & Mine Kochegarvka First City Hospital - Internal Medicine | Ravenswood Hospital Medical Center | Advocate Christ Medical Center Program
Medical School: Donetsk Med Inst- Doneck- Ukraine | M. Gorky Donetsk National Medical University Faculty of General Medicine
Is Dr. Polyak board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Valentina Polyak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Polyak speak?
Dr. Polyak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Ukrainian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Polyak typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Polyak 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. Polyak. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Polyak typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Valentina Polyak 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. Polyak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Polyak accept my insurance?
Dr. Polyak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 623-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polyak accept in Gurnee, IL?
Dr. Polyak in Gurnee, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Polyak's office located?
What is Dr. Polyak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polyak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114913845.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polyak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polyak
What is Dr. Valentina Polyak's specialty?
Dr. Polyak is a Internist near Gurnee, 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. Valentina Polyak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polyak is affiliated with Aurora Medical Center - Kenosha, Advocate Condell Medical Center 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
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Is Valentina Polyak accepting new patients in Gurnee, IL?
Yes, Dr. Valentina Polyak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Valentina Polyak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polyak's office at (847) 623-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Valentina Polyak?
Please contact Dr. Polyak's office at (847) 623-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Valentina Polyak have?
Dr. Valentina Polyak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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