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Dr. Shalini Patel, MD

Nephrologist

Gurnee, IL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patel, Nephrologist in Gurnee, IL?

    Dr. Shalini Patel, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Gurnee, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Patel graduated from Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences and completed her residency at Boston Medical Center, Infectious Diseases; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (847) 432-7222.

    Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Boston Medical Center, Infectious Diseases; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Atlantic Health (Overlook) Program

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences | Universit‰t Z¸rich Medizinische Fakult‰t | B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India

    Is Dr. Patel board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Shalini Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Patel speak?

    Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Patel typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Patel 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. Patel. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    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:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Isolated Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Isolated proteinuria
    • Transient protein in urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R800: Isolated proteinuria

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Patel typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shalini Patel may include:

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 432-7222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Gurnee, IL?

    Dr. Patel in Gurnee, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Shalini Patel's Primary Practice

    15 Tower Ct Ste 240

    Gurnee, IL 60031

    (847) 432-7222

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    Dr. Shalini Patel's Practice 2

    1160 Park Ave W Ste 5N

    Highland Park, IL 60035

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    Dr. Shalini Patel's Practice 3

    405 Lake Cook Rd Ste A13

    Deerfield, IL 60015

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    What is Dr. Patel's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609980267.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patel?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patel

    What is Dr. Shalini Patel's specialty?

    Dr. Patel is a Nephrologist near Gurnee, IL.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is Dr. Shalini Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Shalini Patel accepting new patients in Gurnee, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Shalini Patel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shalini Patel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (847) 432-7222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shalini Patel?

    Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (847) 432-7222 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Patel's office located?

    Dr. Patel's offices are located in Gurnee, IL, Highland Park, IL, and Deerfield, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shalini Patel have?

    Dr. Shalini Patel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.