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Who is Dr. Childs, Family Medicine Specialist in Oak Park, IL?
Dr. Donald Childs, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oak Park, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Childs completed his residency at West Suburban Medical Center - Family Medicine. Dr. Childs is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Childs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Childs’s office.
Where did Dr. Childs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: West Suburban Medical Center - Family Medicine
Medical School: Rush Medical College (Education)
Is Dr. Childs board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Donald Childs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Childs speak?
Dr. Childs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Childs typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Childs 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. Childs. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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
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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Childs typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Childs may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Childs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Childs accept my insurance?
Dr. Childs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Childs accept in Oak Park, IL?
Dr. Childs in Oak Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Zing Health
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Where is Dr. Childs' office located?
What is Dr. Childs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Childs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750361333.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Childs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Childs
What is Dr. Donald Childs's specialty?
Dr. Childs is a Family Medicine Specialist near Oak Park, 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. Donald Childs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Childs is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Memorial 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
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Is Donald Childs accepting new patients in Oak Park, IL?
No, Dr. Donald Childs is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Childs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Childs's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Childs?
Please contact Dr. Childs's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Childs have?
Dr. Donald Childs is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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610 S Maple Ave Ste 2500
Oak Park, IL 60304