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Dr. John Andrews, MD

Dr. John Andrews, MD

Lake Forest, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Andrews, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Lake Forest, IL?

    Dr. John Andrews, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Lake Forest, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Andrews graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Andrews is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Andrews’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Andrews’s office at (847) 234-4310.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Andrews?

    Dr. John Andrews, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) 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. Andrews empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anal Cancer, Anorectal Disorders, Colon & Rectal Cancer, Laparoscopic Surgery, Sphincter Preservation, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lake Forest/IL community, Dr. Andrews is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Cook County Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery | Cook County Hospital | Cook County Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Andrews board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Yes, Dr. John Andrews, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Andrews speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Andrews treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Andrews 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. Andrews. 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:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Third Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
    • Perianal Blood Clot
    • Second Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Anal Disorder
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins
    • Prolapsed hemorrhoids
    • Grade 3 hemorrhoids
    • Severe hemorrhoids
    • Anal skin tags
    • Perianal skin tags
    • Leftover hemorrhoid skin
    • Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
    • External Hemorrhoid Clot
    • Blood Clot near Anus
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps
    • Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
    • Grade 2 hemorrhoids
    • Moderate hemorrhoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids
    • K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
    • K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
    • K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
    • K641: Second degree hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Tear
    • Fissure in Anus
    • Perianal Fissure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Proctitis
    • Anal Disorders
    • Rectal Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Anal Cancer
    • Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Anus Cancer
    • Anal Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C210: Malignant neoplasm of anus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K603: Anal fistula

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula in Anus
    • Rectal Fistula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Prolapse
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Protruding Rectum
    • Bowel Prolapse
    • Rectal Eversion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K623: Rectal prolapse

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula
    • Colon Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Anal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Anal Disorder
    • Perianal Abscess
    • Pus Pocket near Anus
    • Anal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K610: Anal abscess

    Also known as:

    • Infectious and Parasitic Disease
    • Infectious Disease
    • Parasitic Disease
    • Communicable Diseases
    • Parasitic Infections
    • Contagious Diseases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8619: Personal history of other infectious and parasitic diseases

    What procedures does Dr. Andrews perform?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Andrews 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. Andrews. 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:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
    • Hemorrhoid Injection (Sclerotherapy)
    • Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
    • Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
    • Banding of Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoid Banding
    • Sclerosing Injection for Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoid Shrinking Injection
    • Internal Hemorrhoid Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
    • 46500: Injection of sclerosing solution, hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula Surgery
    • Anal Skin Tag Removal
    • Anal Fistula Surgery (Second Stage)
    • Anal Sphincterotomy
    • Fistulectomy
    • Fistulotomy
    • Perianal Fistula Repair
    • Anal Papilla Excision
    • Perianal Skin Tag Removal
    • Anal Lesion Excision
    • Anal Fistula Repair
    • Anal Sphincter Division
    • Internal Sphincterotomy
    • Anal Fissure Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
    • 46220: Excision of single external papilla or tag, anus
    • 46285: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); second stage
    • 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
    • 46080: Sphincterotomy, anal, division of sphincter (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
    • Anoscopy
    • Anal Canal Exam
    • Rectal Scope Exam
    • Anus Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible

    Also known as:

    • Seton Placement
    • Fistula Seton Insertion
    • Drainage Seton Placement
    • Anal Fistula Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 46020: Placement of seton

    Also known as:

    • Anal Lesion Excision
    • Removal of Anal Warts
    • Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
    • Anus Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision

    Does Dr. Andrews accept my insurance?

    Dr. Andrews 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. Andrews accept in Lake Forest, IL?

    Dr. Andrews in Lake Forest, 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)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Andrews' office located?

    Dr. John Andrews' Primary Practice

    800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 205

    Lake Forest, IL 60045

    (847) 234-4310

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    Dr. John Andrews' Practice 2

    675 N Saint Clair St

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    Dr. John Andrews' Practice 3

    6155 Grand Ave

    Gurnee, IL 60031

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

    Dr. Andrews's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992775340.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Andrews?

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

    What is Dr. John Andrews's specialty?

    Dr. Andrews is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Lake Forest, IL. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Andrews to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Andrews affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Andrews 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

    Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Explore Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) 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 John Andrews accepting new patients in Lake Forest, IL?

    Yes, Dr. John Andrews is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Andrews offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with John Andrews?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Andrews have?

    Dr. John Andrews is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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