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Dr. Joel Charrow, MD

Dr. Joel Charrow, MD

Chicago, IL

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Charrow, Clinical Geneticist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Joel Charrow, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics, American Board of Pediatrics, and American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Charrow completed his residency at Northwestern Mem Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Charrow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charrow’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Charrow’s office at (312) 227-6120.

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

    • Fellowship: genetics, Children's Memorial Hospital | Children's Memorial Hospital | Northwestern McGaw/Children's Memorial Hospital, Genetics | Northwestern Mcgaw / Children's Memorial Hospital

    • Residency: Northwestern Mem Hosp, Pediatrics | Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    • Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny

    Is Dr. Charrow board certified in Clinical Geneticist?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Charrow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics , American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology since 1980

    What languages does Dr. Charrow speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Charrow treat?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Charrow 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. Charrow. 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:

    • High Phenylalanine Levels
    • Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    • Maple Syrup Urine Disease
    • Propionic Acidemia
    • Argininosuccinic Aciduria
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Tetrahydrobiopterin deficiency
    • Phenylketonuria
    • Maple syrup urine disease
    • Propionic acidemia
    • Argininosuccinic aciduria
    • Hyperphenylalaninemia
    • Phenylalanine Metabolism Disorder
    • PKU', 'Følling's Disease
    • Phenylalanine Hydroxylase Deficiency
    • MSUD
    • Branched-Chain Ketoaciduria
    • PA
    • Propionyl-CoA Carboxylase Deficiency
    • Argininosuccinic Acid Lyase Deficiency
    • ASA Lyase Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E701: Other hyperphenylalaninemias
    • E700: Classical phenylketonuria
    • E710: Maple-syrup-urine disease
    • E71121: Propionic acidemia
    • E7222: Arginosuccinic aciduria

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)
    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Genetic Counseling
    • Genetic risk assessment
    • Hereditary counseling
    • DNA counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7183: Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling

    Also known as:

    • Ornithine Metabolism Disorder
    • Lysine and Hydroxylysine Metabolism Disorder
    • Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder
    • Ornithine translocase deficiency
    • Hyperlysinemia
    • Ornithine Translocase Deficiency
    • Hyperornithinemia
    • Ornithine Processing Problems
    • Lysine Processing Problems
    • Genetic Lysine Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E724: Disorders of ornithine metabolism
    • E723: Disorders of lysine and hydroxylysine metabolism

    Also known as:

    • Fabry Disease
    • Gaucher Disease
    • Genetic Brain Disorder
    • Fabry disease
    • Anderson-Fabry disease
    • Alpha-galactosidase A deficiency
    • Genetic Metabolic Disorder
    • Glucocerebrosidase deficiency', 'Gaucher's disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7521: Fabry (-Anderson) disease
    • E7522: Gaucher disease

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Sugar
    • Hypoglycemia
    • Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia)
    • Blood Sugar Drop
    • Sugar Crash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E162: Hypoglycemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Neurofibromatosis Type 1
    • Neurofibromatosis
    • Neurofibromatosis type 1
    • NF1
    • Von Recklinghausen disease
    • Peripheral neurofibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1

    Also known as:

    • Pompe Disease
    • Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
    • Pompe disease
    • GSD II
    • Glycogen Storage Disease Type II
    • Acid Maltase Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7402: Pompe disease

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • Mitochondrial Metabolism Disorder
    • Mitochondrial Disease
    • Mitochondrial Metabolic Disease
    • Energy Production Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8840: Mitochondrial metabolism disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Which procedures does Dr. Charrow perform as a Clinical Geneticist?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joel Charrow may include:

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

    Does Dr. Charrow accept my insurance?

    Dr. Charrow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-6120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Charrow in Chicago, 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

    • Boncura Health Solutions

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Charrow's office located?

    Dr. Joel Charrow's Primary Practice

    225 E Chicago Ave

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 227-6120

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    Dr. Joel Charrow's Practice 2

    1200 Maple Rd

    Joliet, IL 60432

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    Awards

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

    Dr. Charrow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962466375.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charrow?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Charrow's specialty?

    Dr. Charrow is a Clinical Geneticist near Chicago, IL. A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders. Contact Dr. Charrow to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joel Charrow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Charrow is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Clinical Geneticist?

    Explore Clinical Geneticist 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 Joel Charrow accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Charrow is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Charrow offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Charrow's office at (312) 227-6120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joel Charrow?

    Please contact Dr. Charrow's office at (312) 227-6120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Charrow have?

    Dr. Joel Charrow is certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics, American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.

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