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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. 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 as a 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
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
What procedures does Dr. Nyaeme perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nyaeme performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Tennessee
Tria Health
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
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 Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Silver Cross Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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?
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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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