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Dr. Russell Horowitz, MD

Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Horowitz, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Russell Horowitz, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Horowitz completed his residency at Children'S Natl Med Ctr, Pediatrics and is currently affiliated with Childrens Memorial Hospital Dir Of Peds Emerg Med. Dr. Horowitz is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Horowitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Horowitz’s office at (312) 227-4000.

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

    • Residency: Children'S Natl Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny

    Is Dr. Horowitz board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Horowitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Horowitz speak?

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

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Horowitz typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Horowitz 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. Horowitz. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Horowitz typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Russell Horowitz may include:

    Please contact Dr. Horowitz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Horowitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Horowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Horowitz accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Horowitz in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Horowitz's office located?

    Dr. Russell Horowitz's Primary Practice

    225 E Chicago Ave

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 227-4000

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    Childrens Memorial Hospital Dir Of Peds Emerg Med

    2300 Childrens Plaza

    Chicago, IL 60614

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    Dr. Russell Horowitz's Practice 3

    25 N Winfield Rd

    Winfield, IL 60190

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

    Dr. Horowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962462820.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Horowitz?

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

    What is Dr. Russell Horowitz's specialty?

    Dr. Horowitz is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.

    Is Dr. Russell Horowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Horowitz is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Silver Cross Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il) 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 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Russell Horowitz accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Horowitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Russell Horowitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Horowitz's office at (312) 227-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Russell Horowitz?

    Please contact Dr. Horowitz's office at (312) 227-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Horowitz's office located?

    Dr. Horowitz's offices are located in Chicago, IL and Winfield, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Russell Horowitz have?

    Dr. Russell Horowitz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.