23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christoforidis, Family Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Jim Christoforidis, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Christoforidis completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Family Medicine. Dr. Christoforidis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christoforidis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christoforidis’s office at (312) 491-5435.
Where did Dr. Christoforidis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Family Medicine | Jim
What languages does Dr. Christoforidis speak?
Dr. Christoforidis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Christoforidis typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Christoforidis 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. Christoforidis. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Christoforidis typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jim Christoforidis may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Christoforidis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Christoforidis accept my insurance?
Dr. Christoforidis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 491-5435 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christoforidis accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Christoforidis 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
Centene
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Christoforidis' office located?
Dr. Jim Christoforidis also offers virtual visits
Dr. Jim Christoforidis' Primary Practice
1431 N Western Ave Ste 401
Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 491-5435
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jim Christoforidis?
Dr. Christoforidis has appointments available at his Chicago, IL office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Christoforidis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christoforidis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578546222.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christoforidis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christoforidis
What is Dr. Jim Christoforidis's specialty?
Dr. Christoforidis is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Jim Christoforidis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christoforidis is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Uw Health Swedishamerican 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Jim Christoforidis accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Jim Christoforidis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jim Christoforidis offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Christoforidis, or call (312) 491-5435 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Jim Christoforidis?
Yes, Dr. Christoforidis offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Christoforidis, or call (312) 491-5435 for more information.
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