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Dr. Shahla Nyaeme, MD

Burr Ridge, IL

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nyaeme, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Burr Ridge, IL?

    Dr. Shahla Nyaeme, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Burr Ridge, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nyaeme completed her residency at Cook County Hospital Program. Dr. Nyaeme is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nyaeme’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nyaeme’s office at (630) 686-9000.

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

    • Residency: Cook County Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Kufa College of Med/Univ of Al-Mustansiriyah

    Is Dr. Nyaeme board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Shahla Nyaeme, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nyaeme speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nyaeme treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nyaeme 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. Nyaeme. 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:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Lack of Coordination
    • Movement Disorder
    • Clumsiness
    • Ataxia
    • Coordination Problems
    • Unsteady Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R278: Other lack of coordination

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Nyaeme perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shahla Nyaeme may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nyaeme accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nyaeme accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 686-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nyaeme accept in Burr Ridge, IL?

    Dr. Nyaeme in Burr Ridge, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nyaeme's office located?

    Dr. Shahla Nyaeme's Primary Practice

    6101 S County Line Rd

    Burr Ridge, IL 60527

    (630) 686-9000

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    Dr. Shahla Nyaeme's Practice 2

    430 Pennsylvania Ave

    Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

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    Dr. Shahla Nyaeme's Practice 3

    30 Stratford Dr

    Bloomingdale, IL 60108

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

    Dr. Nyaeme's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720036528.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nyaeme?

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

    What is Dr. Shahla Nyaeme's specialty?

    Dr. Nyaeme is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Burr Ridge, IL. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Nyaeme to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shahla Nyaeme affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nyaeme is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with 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 Shahla Nyaeme accepting new patients in Burr Ridge, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Shahla Nyaeme is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shahla Nyaeme offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nyaeme's office at (630) 686-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shahla Nyaeme?

    Please contact Dr. Nyaeme's office at (630) 686-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shahla Nyaeme have?

    Dr. Shahla Nyaeme is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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