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Dr. Joel Charrow, MD

Dr. Joel Charrow, MD

Chicago, IL

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. Dr. Charrow completed his residency at Northwestern Mem Hosp, Pediatrics and is currently affiliated with Ann& Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago. Dr. Charrow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charrow’s practice accepts Medicare 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 as a 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 a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Charrow typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7183: Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • High Phenylalanine Levels
    • Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    • Maple Syrup Urine Disease
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Tetrahydrobiopterin deficiency
    • Phenylketonuria
    • Maple syrup urine disease
    • Hyperphenylalaninemia
    • Phenylalanine Metabolism Disorder
    • PKU
    • Følling's Disease
    • Phenylalanine Hydroxylase Deficiency
    • MSUD
    • Branched-Chain Ketoaciduria

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E701: Other hyperphenylalaninemias
    • E700: Classical phenylketonuria
    • E710: Maple-syrup-urine disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    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

    What procedures does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Charrow typically perform?

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

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

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Charrow's office located?

    Ann& Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago

    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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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Chicago Super Doctors

    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.

    What does a Clinical Geneticist do?

    A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders.

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

    Yes, Dr. Charrow is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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 Clinical Geneticist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Geneticist. 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 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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