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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ward, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Homewood, IL?
Dr. Michael Ward, MD is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Homewood, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ward is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ward’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ward’s office.
What languages does Dr. Ward speak?
Dr. Ward and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ward typically treat?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ward 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. Ward. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ward typically perform?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Ward may include:
- Certified Medical Examination for Athlete
- Exercise Counseling
- Platelet Rich Plasma Procedure
- Pre-Sports Evaluation
- Pre-Sports Physical
- Shoulder Surgery
- Sports Concussion
- Sports Injury Prevention
Please contact Dr. Ward's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ward accept my insurance?
Dr. Ward 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. Ward accept in Homewood, IL?
Dr. Ward in Homewood, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ward's office located?
What is Dr. Ward's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710953070.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ward?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ward
What is Dr. Michael Ward's specialty?
Dr. Ward is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Homewood, IL.
What does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist do?
A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care.
Is this Dr. Michael Ward affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ward is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Olympia Fields Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Franciscan Health Dyer 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 Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Ward accepting new patients in Homewood, IL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Ward is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Ward offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ward's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Ward?
Please contact Dr. Ward's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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