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Dr. Dennis Pessis, MD

Chicago, IL

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pessis, Urologist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Dennis Pessis, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Pessis graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Urology; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, General Surgery. Dr. Pessis is fluent in English, German, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pessis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pessis’s office at (847) 234-4310.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pessis?

    Dr. Dennis Pessis, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pessis empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Kidney Cancer, Kidney Stones, Prostate Cancer, Testicular Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago/IL community, Dr. Pessis is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Urology; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, General Surgery | Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

    Is Dr. Pessis board certified as an Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Dennis Pessis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Pessis speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Pessis treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Pessis 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. Pessis. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
    • BPH
    • Prostate Enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Hematuria
    • Bloody urine
    • Red urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R319: Hematuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Retention
    • Urine and Urination
    • Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
    • Trouble emptying bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R339: Retention of urine, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    Also known as:

    • Swollen Kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Hydronephrosis
    • Kidney Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Antibiotic Use
    • Antibiotics
    • Chronic antibiotic therapy
    • Ongoing antibiotic treatment
    • Extended antibiotic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z792: Long term (current) use of antibiotics

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Kidney and Ureter Disorder
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney and Ureter Problem
    • Renal and Ureteral Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N289: Disorder of kidney and ureter, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Cancer
    • Past bladder cancer
    • Previous urinary bladder malignancy
    • History of bladder tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8551: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bladder

    Also known as:

    • Urethral Stricture (Female)
    • Urethral Disorder
    • Narrowing of Urethra Female
    • Female Urethral Blockage
    • Female Urethral Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3592: Unspecified urethral stricture, female

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    What procedures does Dr. Pessis perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Pessis 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. Pessis. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Simple Cystostomy Tube Change
    • Bladder Tube Replacement
    • Suprapubic Catheter Change
    • Cystostomy Maintenance

    CPT Codes:

    • 51705: Change of cystostomy tube; simple

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Irrigation
    • Bladder Wash
    • Bladder Lavage
    • Bladder Instillation

    CPT Codes:

    • 51700: Bladder irrigation, simple, lavage and/or instillation

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
    • Intravesical Chemotherapy
    • Bladder Drug Instillation
    • Anticancer Bladder Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)

    Also known as:

    • Vasectomy
    • Male Birth Control Surgery
    • Male Sterilization Procedure
    • Semen Analysis After Vasectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)

    Does Dr. Pessis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pessis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 234-4310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pessis accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Pessis in Chicago, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pessis' office located?

    Dr. Dennis Pessis' Primary Practice

    680 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 1000

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (847) 234-4310

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    Dr. Dennis Pessis' Practice 2

    900 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 128

    Lake Forest, IL 60045

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    Dr. Dennis Pessis' Practice 3

    870 N Milwaukee Ave

    Vernon Hills, IL 60061

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

    Dr. Pessis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578540746.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pessis?

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

    What is Dr. Dennis Pessis's specialty?

    Dr. Pessis is a Urologist near Chicago, IL. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Pessis to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dennis Pessis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pessis is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dennis Pessis accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Dennis Pessis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dennis Pessis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pessis's office at (847) 234-4310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dennis Pessis?

    Please contact Dr. Pessis's office at (847) 234-4310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dennis Pessis have?

    Dr. Dennis Pessis is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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