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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Osher, Pulmonologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Shira Osher, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Osher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Osher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Osher’s office at (773) 631-2180.
Is Dr. Osher board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Shira Osher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Osher speak?
Dr. Osher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Osher typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Osher 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. Osher. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Osher typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shira Osher may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Osher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Osher accept my insurance?
Dr. Osher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 631-2180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Osher accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Osher 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
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Osher's office located?
Dr. Shira Osher's Primary Practice
7447 W Talcott Ave Ste 542
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 631-2180
What is Dr. Osher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Osher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821254590.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Osher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Osher
What is Dr. Shira Osher's specialty?
Dr. Osher is a Pulmonologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Shira Osher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Osher is affiliated with Resurrection Medical Center, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore 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 Shira Osher accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Shira Osher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shira Osher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Osher's office at (773) 631-2180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shira Osher?
Please contact Dr. Osher's office at (773) 631-2180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shira Osher have?
Dr. Shira Osher is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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