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Dr. Gerald Osher, MD

Bannockburn, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Osher, Internist in Bannockburn, IL?

    Dr. Gerald Osher, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bannockburn, IL. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Osher completed his residency at Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Osher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Osher’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Osher’s office at (847) 317-1717.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Osher?

    Dr. Gerald Osher, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist 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. Osher empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Concierge Medicine, Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bannockburn/IL community, Dr. Osher is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi

    Is Dr. Osher board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Osher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Osher speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Osher treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Osher 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. Osher. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Impaired Glucose Tolerance
    • Blood Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Glucose Tolerance)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Oral)
    • Glucose Intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7302: Impaired glucose tolerance (oral)

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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

    Also known as:

    • History of Other Circulatory System Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • Past Heart Condition
    • Previous Cardiovascular Disease
    • History of Blood Vessel Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8679: Personal history of other diseases of the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Osher perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gerald Osher may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Osher's office.

    Does Dr. Osher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Osher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 317-1717 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Osher accept in Bannockburn, IL?

    Dr. Osher in Bannockburn, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Employee Benefit Plan Administration

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Osher's office located?

    Dr. Gerald Osher's Primary Practice

    2101 Waukegan Rd Ste 104

    Bannockburn, IL 60015

    (847) 317-1717

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

    Dr. Osher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326056136.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Osher?

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

    What is Dr. Gerald Osher's specialty?

    Dr. Osher is a Internist near Bannockburn, IL.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Osher to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gerald Osher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Osher is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Endeavor Health Highland Park 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Gerald Osher accepting new patients in Bannockburn, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Osher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerald Osher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Osher's office at (847) 317-1717 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gerald Osher?

    Please contact Dr. Osher's office at (847) 317-1717 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Osher have?

    Dr. Gerald Osher is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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