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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jaggard, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Evanston, IL?
Dr. Peter Jaggard, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Jaggard graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Jaggard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jaggard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jaggard’s office at (847) 492-4828.
Where did Dr. Jaggard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Abbott-Northwestern Hospital Program
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers
Is Dr. Jaggard board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Jaggard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jaggard speak?
Dr. Jaggard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jaggard typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Jaggard 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. Jaggard. 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:
- Dementia
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- History of Falls
- Falls
- Previous falls
- Recurrent falls
- Risk of falling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9181: History of falling
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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jaggard typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Jaggard 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. Jaggard. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Jaggard accept my insurance?
Dr. Jaggard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 492-4828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jaggard accept in Evanston, IL?
Dr. Jaggard in Evanston, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jaggard's office located?
What is Dr. Jaggard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jaggard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639148372.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jaggard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jaggard
What is Dr. Peter Jaggard's specialty?
Dr. Jaggard is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Evanston, IL.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Peter Jaggard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jaggard is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Peter Jaggard accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?
Yes, Dr. Peter Jaggard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Jaggard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jaggard's office at (847) 492-4828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Jaggard?
Please contact Dr. Jaggard's office at (847) 492-4828 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Jaggard have?
Dr. Peter Jaggard is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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