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Who is Dr. Bhakta, Trauma Surgeon in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Kunjan Bhakta, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lake Forest, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bhakta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhakta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhakta’s office at (847) 234-4310.
Where did Dr. Bhakta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch
Is Dr. Bhakta board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Kunjan Bhakta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Bhakta speak?
Dr. Bhakta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Bhakta typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Bhakta 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. Bhakta. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
- Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
- Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Bhakta typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Bhakta 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. Bhakta. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
- Emergency Groin Hernia Repair
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Strangulated Hernia Repair
- Incarcerated Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49507: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
- Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
- Flank Tumor Removal
- Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
- Back Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
Does Dr. Bhakta accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhakta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 234-4310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhakta accept in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Bhakta in Lake Forest, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bhakta's office located?
What is Dr. Bhakta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhakta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992966592.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhakta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhakta
What is Dr. Kunjan Bhakta's specialty?
Dr. Bhakta is a Trauma Surgeon near Lake Forest, IL.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Kunjan Bhakta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhakta is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Vista Medical Center East, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston 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
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Is Kunjan Bhakta accepting new patients in Lake Forest, IL?
Yes, Dr. Kunjan Bhakta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kunjan Bhakta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhakta's office at (847) 234-4310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kunjan Bhakta?
Please contact Dr. Bhakta's office at (847) 234-4310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kunjan Bhakta have?
Dr. Kunjan Bhakta is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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