Physician Profile
Helen Plavnik, M.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Plavnik
Based in Wheeling, IL, Helen Plavnik, M.D. is listed in the NPI registry under obstetrics & gynecology. Helen graduated from University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) in 1999. According to Medicare claims data, Helen cared for 3,141 Medicare patients across 3,971 services. The services billed most often include established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more, ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina, and complete ultrasound scan of pelvis.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (847) 626-7600
- Email not available
Practice Locations
201 E STRONG ST STE 3
Wheeling, IL 60090
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Obstetrics and Gynecology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Endometriosis
- Heavy periods
- Menopause
- PCOS
- Pregnancy
- Yeast infection
Infections and vulvovaginal conditions
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Genital herpes
- Genital warts
- Vulvodynia
Menstrual and hormonal
- Absent periods
- Genitourinary syndrome of menopause
- Painful periods
- Perimenopause
- Premenstrual syndrome
Pelvic pain and benign gynecology
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Ovarian cysts
- Painful intercourse
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Urinary incontinence in women
- Uterine fibroids
Pregnancy
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Hyperemesis gravidarum
- Miscarriage
- Placenta previa
- Postpartum depression
- Preeclampsia
- Preterm labor
Cancer and precancer
- Abnormal cervical cells and cervical dysplasia
- Cervical cancer
- Endometrial cancer
- Endometrial hyperplasia
- Ovarian cancer
Contraception
- Birth Control Side Effects
Fertility
- Infertility
- Recurrent Miscarriages
Infections
- Chlamydia
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Pregnancy Complications
- High-risk pregnancy
- Twins or triplets
Vaginal & Vulvar Health
- Abnormal vaginal discharge
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- C-section
- Hysterectomy
- IUD insertion
- Pap smear
- Ultrasound
Contraception and office treatment
- Contraceptive implant insertion and removal
- Diaphragm fitting
- Pessary fitting and management
Pregnancy and delivery
- External cephalic version
- Forceps- or vacuum-assisted delivery
- Prenatal care
- Vaginal childbirth
Preventive and diagnostic
- Colposcopy
- Endometrial biopsy
- Human papillomavirus testing
Birth Control
- IUD Removal
Contraception
- Birth control counseling
Diagnostic Procedures
- Amniocentesis
Fertility
- Egg freezing
- Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Hormone & Menopause
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Consultation
Laparoscopic and adnexal surgery
- Gynecologic laparoscopy
- Ovarian cyst removal
- Ovary removal
Pelvic floor
- Pelvic organ prolapse surgery
- Sling surgery for stress incontinence
Postpartum Care
- Postpartum Checkup
Pregnancy & Prenatal
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- Prenatal genetic screening
Preventive Care
- Well-woman exam
Preventive Screening
- STI Screening Panel
Routine Exams
- Pelvic exam
Surgeries
- Endometriosis Excision Surgery
- Labia Reduction
- Tubal Ligation ("Tubes Tied")
Uterine and cervical procedures
- Cervical cone biopsy
- Dilation and curettage
- Endometrial ablation
- Hysteroscopy
- LEEP
- Myomectomy
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
3,971 services · 3,141 patients · 19 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | Procedure | 36415 |
58 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Fitting and insertion of vaginal support device | Procedure | 57160 |
28 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Insertion of tube and introduction of contrast for x-ray of uterus and fallopian tubes | Procedure | 58340 |
27 | More than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Biopsy of lining of uterus | Procedure | 58100 |
27 | More than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina | Imaging | 76830 |
556 | More than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Complete ultrasound scan of pelvis | Imaging | 76856 |
527 | More than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Ultrasound scan of uterus and uterine cavity | Imaging | 76831 |
27 | More than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Review by radiologist of uterine tube and ovary image | Imaging | 74740 |
27 | Too few peers to compare |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more | Office visit | 99214 |
584 | More than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more | Office visit | 99213 |
521 | More than most peers in OB-GYN |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other OB-GYNs at this location 1
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Trained at University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
More connections — 15 related providers in 2 groups
Class of 1999 at University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) 7
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 8
Providers in IL who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does Helen Plavnik specialize in?
Helen Plavnik is an OB-GYN in Wheeling, IL. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Obstetrics & Gynecology”.
NPI registry
Where is Helen Plavnik located?
Helen Plavnik is listed at 201 E Strong St Ste 3, Wheeling, IL 60090. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Helen Plavnik's phone number?
The number on file is (847) 626-7600. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is Helen Plavnik's NPI number?
Helen Plavnik's National Provider Identifier is 1922037910. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Helen Plavnik train?
Helen Plavnik attended University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb), graduating in 1999. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How long has Helen Plavnik been practicing?
Helen Plavnik has 27 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1999, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What does Helen Plavnik do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Helen Plavnik performs procedures including insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample, fitting and insertion of vaginal support device and insertion of tube and introduction of contrast for x-ray of uterus and fallopian tubes; reads or performs imaging such as ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina and complete ultrasound scan of pelvis, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Has Helen Plavnik confirmed this information?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Helen Plavnik. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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