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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bajaj, Hospitalist in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Kailash Bajaj, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bajaj graduated from Kasturba Medical College Mangalore and completed his residency at Prince George's Hospital Center Program. Dr. Bajaj is fluent in English, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bajaj’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bajaj’s office at (815) 759-4323.
Where did Dr. Bajaj go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Prince George's Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Kasturba Medical College Mangalore
Is Dr. Bajaj board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Kailash Bajaj, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bajaj speak?
Dr. Bajaj and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bajaj typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bajaj 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. Bajaj. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bajaj typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Kailash Bajaj may include:
Please contact Dr. Bajaj's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bajaj accept my insurance?
Dr. Bajaj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 759-4323 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bajaj accept in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Bajaj in Palos Heights, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bajaj's office located?
Dr. Kailash Bajaj's Primary Practice
12251 S 80th Ave
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(815) 759-4323
What is Dr. Bajaj's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bajaj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538326012.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bajaj?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bajaj
What is Dr. Kailash Bajaj's specialty?
Dr. Bajaj is a Hospitalist near Palos Heights, IL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Kailash Bajaj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bajaj is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, William P. Clements Jr. University 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kailash Bajaj accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Kailash Bajaj is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kailash Bajaj offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bajaj's office at (815) 759-4323 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kailash Bajaj?
Please contact Dr. Bajaj's office at (815) 759-4323 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kailash Bajaj have?
Dr. Kailash Bajaj is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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