Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Unger, Internist in Buffalo Grove, IL?
Dr. Michael Unger, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Buffalo Grove, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Unger graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Francis Hospital. Dr. Unger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Unger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Unger’s office at (847) 459-1160.
Where did Dr. Unger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St. Francis Hospital | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Unger board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Unger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Unger speak?
Dr. Unger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Unger typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Unger 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. Unger. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
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:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Other Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Other PVD
- Other Peripheral Artery Disease
- Other PAD
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7389: Other specified peripheral vascular diseases
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Unger typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Unger 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. Unger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Unger accept my insurance?
Dr. Unger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 459-1160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Unger accept in Buffalo Grove, IL?
Dr. Unger in Buffalo Grove, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Unger's office located?
Dr. Michael Unger's Primary Practice
650 W Lake Cook Rd
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
(847) 459-1160
What is Dr. Unger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Unger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518945484.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Unger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Unger
What is Dr. Michael Unger's specialty?
Dr. Unger is a Internist near Buffalo Grove, 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. Michael Unger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Unger is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Advocate Condell Medical Center, Endeavor Health Northwest Community 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
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Is Michael Unger accepting new patients in Buffalo Grove, IL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Unger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Unger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Unger's office at (847) 459-1160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Unger?
Please contact Dr. Unger's office at (847) 459-1160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Unger have?
Dr. Michael Unger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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