30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ravikumar, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Meera Ravikumar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Ravikumar completed her residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ravikumar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ravikumar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ravikumar’s office at (708) 671-1500.
Where did Dr. Ravikumar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Madurai Med Coll- Madurai Univ- Madurai- Tn- India
Is Dr. Ravikumar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Meera Ravikumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ravikumar speak?
Dr. Ravikumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ravikumar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ravikumar 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. Ravikumar. 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.
Also known as:
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Overweight
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Body Weight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Atypical Anxiety
- Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
- Specific Anxiety Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ravikumar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Meera Ravikumar may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ravikumar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ravikumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Ravikumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 671-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ravikumar accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ravikumar 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
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ravikumar's office located?
Dr. Meera Ravikumar's Primary Practice
2355 S Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60608
(708) 671-1500
What is Dr. Ravikumar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ravikumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659371532.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ravikumar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ravikumar
What is Dr. Meera Ravikumar's specialty?
Dr. Ravikumar is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Meera Ravikumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ravikumar is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il, Macneal Hospital, Rush University Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Meera Ravikumar accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Meera Ravikumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meera Ravikumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ravikumar's office at (708) 671-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meera Ravikumar?
Please contact Dr. Ravikumar's office at (708) 671-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Meera Ravikumar have?
Dr. Meera Ravikumar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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