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About Dr. Christopher D. Fahey
Background and practice information
Dr. Christopher D. Fahey is a neurologist with over 24 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Park Ridge, IL area. He completed his medical training at Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School and has been in practice since 2002. He currently practices at Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation.
Dr. Christopher D. Fahey's clinical practice focuses on treating patients with Alzheimer's disease, nerve pain and seizures, Parkinson's disease, and related conditions. In addition to neurology, he also specializes in sleep medicine.
Dr. Christopher D. Fahey has received a strong quality rating of 89.7 out of 100 from Medicare's quality assessment program, reflecting a commitment to evidence-based care. Dr. Christopher D. Fahey is in-network with 6 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, HCSC: BCBS Illinois, and 3 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with his office before scheduling an appointment.
Additional specialties: Sleep Medicine
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Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation
Primary1875 Dempster St
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 723-4088
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Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Dr. Christopher D. Fahey
Services & Procedures
Dr. Christopher D. Fahey's clinical practice encompasses office visits, hospital care, neurology, and 1 other areas of care. Based on Medicare utilization data, Dr. Christopher D. Fahey has provided a substantial volume of services, reflecting an active and established practice in neurology.
Office Visits
846 servicesDr. Christopher D. Fahey provides patient consultations ranging from routine follow-ups to comprehensive evaluations, including follow-up visit and new patient visit. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 62% below the billed amount.
Hospital Care
24 servicesDr. Christopher D. Fahey manages inpatient hospital care including admissions, daily rounds, critical care, and discharge coordination, with daily hospital rounds being a key part of his practice. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 53% below the billed amount.
Neurology
133 servicesDr. Christopher D. Fahey performs neurological evaluations and diagnostic testing, including measurement of brain wave activity , awake and drowsy and measurement of brain wave activity with video , 12-26 hours with review and report by health care professional and measurement of brain wave activity , awake and asleep. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 93% below the billed amount.
Sleep Medicine
30 servicesDr. Christopher D. Fahey diagnoses and treats sleep disorders, including sleep study in sleep lab and sleep study in sleep lab with continuous airway pressure. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 70% below the billed amount.
Treatment Approach
Dr. Christopher D. Fahey's treatment approach includes prescribing Donepezil Hcl, Gabapentin, Carbidopa/levodopa (Carbidopa-levodopa) for his patients. These medications are commonly used for treating Alzheimer's disease, nerve pain and seizures, Parkinson's disease. He prescribing profile reflects experience across a wide range of treatments, addressing multiple aspects of patient care within his specialty. Dr. Christopher D. Fahey has treated a significant number of Medicare patients, demonstrating an established practice in this area.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. Christopher D. Fahey accepts 132 plans from 6 insurers, including HCSC: BCBS Illinois, Humana, Cigna.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance and patient safety measures
High Performing
CMS Quality Score · Out of 100
Dr. Fahey received a quality score of 89.7 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), which evaluates neurologists on clinical quality, patient safety, and use of health information technology. A score above 75 is considered high-performing by CMS standards. This score reflects Dr. Fahey's commitment to maintaining strong standards of care for patients in Park Ridge, IL.
Clinical Quality
79.3/100Measures the quality of care provided based on clinical outcomes and patient safety
Health IT Adoption
100.0/100Measures adoption of electronic health records and patient access to health information
Care Improvement
40.0/40Reflects participation in activities that improve clinical practice and patient engagement
Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System
Financial Transparency
Industry payment disclosures
Pharmaceutical and medical device companies disclosed $556 in payments to Dr. Christopher D. Fahey in 2024, primarily from Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. for food and beverage. These disclosures are required by federal law under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act.
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Source: CMS Open Payments, 2024.
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About Neurology
Specialty overview and common conditions
A neurologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles. These highly trained specialists treat conditions ranging from common headaches and back pain to complex disorders like stroke, epilepsy, multi...
Common conditions treated by neurology specialists:
- Migraine and Headache Disorders
- Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
- Stroke and TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack)
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christopher D. Fahey
Does Dr. Fahey accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Fahey accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Fahey and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Fahey accept?
Dr. Fahey is in-network with 6 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, HCSC: BCBS Illinois, Humana, Medicare, and 1 more. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Fahey's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Fahey offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Yes, Dr. Fahey offers telehealth services, allowing patients to have virtual consultations from the comfort of their home. Contact the office to schedule a telehealth appointment.
What conditions does Dr. Fahey treat?
As a neurology specialist, Dr. Fahey commonly treats conditions including migraine and headache disorders, epilepsy and seizure disorders, stroke and tia (transient ischemic attack), multiple sclerosis (ms), parkinson's disease, and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What medications does Dr. Fahey commonly prescribe?
Based on Medicare prescribing data, Dr. Fahey commonly prescribes medications including Donepezil Hcl, Gabapentin, Carbidopa/Levodopa. The specific medications prescribed depend on each patient's individual diagnosis and health needs. Patients should discuss treatment options directly with Dr. Fahey during their consultation.
What is Dr. Fahey's quality rating?
Dr. Fahey has received a strong quality score of 89.7 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). This score reflects performance across quality measures, promoting interoperability, improvement activities, and cost efficiency.
Where did Dr. Fahey go to medical school?
Dr. Fahey completed medical training at Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School and has been practicing since 2002, bringing over 24 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Fahey's office located?
Dr. Fahey practices at 1875 DEMPSTER ST, Park Ridge, IL 60068 at ADVOCATE HEALTH AND HOSPITALS CORPORATION. You can reach the office by calling (847) 723-4088.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Fahey?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Fahey, call the office at (847) 723-4088. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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