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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. 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 as a 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 a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Sheehan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Sheehan typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Sheehan may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Health Care Service Corporation
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sheehan's office located?
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.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist do?
Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting.
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
When to see a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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