56 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Konicek, Gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Konicek?
Dr. Frank Konicek, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist 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. Konicek empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endoscopy, Inflammatory Bowel Disease/Crohn's, Liver Disease, Pancreatic Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago, IL community, Dr. Konicek is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Konicek go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Edward Hines Jr Va Hospital | St Francis Hospital Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Konicek board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Frank Konicek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Konicek speak?
Dr. Konicek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Farsi/Persian
- Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Konicek typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Konicek 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. Konicek. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Konicek typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Konicek performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Konicek. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Konicek accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Konicek's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Konicek's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Konicek affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Konicek has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Konicek's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Konicek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619966447.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Konicek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Konicek