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Dr. Karen Sheehan, MD

Chicago, IL

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

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

    Dr. Karen Sheehan, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Sheehan completed her residency at Children'S Mem Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Sheehan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheehan’s office at (312) 227-6000.

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

    • Residency: Children'S Mem Hosp, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity

    Is Dr. Sheehan board certified in Pediatric Emergency Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Sheehan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Sheehan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sheehan treat?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Dr. Sheehan 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. Sheehan. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Birth Control Shot Check-up
    • Birth Control
    • Injectable contraceptive follow-up
    • Depo-Provera monitoring
    • Birth control injection check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Acute Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1033: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Sheehan perform as a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Sheehan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sheehan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sheehan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Sheehan 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

    • Centene

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Alliance (HAMP)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Molina

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Sheehan's office located?

    Dr. Karen Sheehan's Primary Practice

    225 E Chicago Ave

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 227-6000

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

    Dr. Sheehan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699739011.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheehan?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Sheehan's specialty?

    Dr. Sheehan is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Chicago, IL. Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting. Contact Dr. Sheehan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karen Sheehan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Sheehan 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 Pediatric Emergency Specialist?

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    Is Karen Sheehan accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Sheehan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Sheehan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office at (312) 227-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Sheehan?

    Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office at (312) 227-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Sheehan have?

    Dr. Karen Sheehan is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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