Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sowade, Internist in Hazel Crest, IL?
Dr. Olalekan Sowade, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hazel Crest, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Sowade graduated from Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Sowade is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sowade’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sowade’s office at (708) 798-1200.
Where did Dr. Sowade go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Sowade board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Olalekan Sowade, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sowade speak?
Dr. Sowade and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sowade typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sowade 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. Sowade. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sowade typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Olalekan Sowade 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. Sowade's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sowade accept my insurance?
Dr. Sowade accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 798-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sowade accept in Hazel Crest, IL?
Dr. Sowade in Hazel Crest, 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
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sowade's office located?
Dr. Olalekan Sowade's Primary Practice
3330 W 177th St Ste 3G
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 798-1200
What is Dr. Sowade's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sowade's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962486274.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sowade?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sowade
What is Dr. Olalekan Sowade's specialty?
Dr. Sowade is a Internist near Hazel Crest, 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. Olalekan Sowade affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sowade is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Olympia Fields 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Olalekan Sowade accepting new patients in Hazel Crest, IL?
Yes, Dr. Olalekan Sowade is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Olalekan Sowade offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sowade's office at (708) 798-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Olalekan Sowade?
Please contact Dr. Sowade's office at (708) 798-1200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Olalekan Sowade have?
Dr. Olalekan Sowade is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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