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Dr. Kapil Gururangan, MD

Epilepsy Specialist, Neurologist

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gururangan, Epilepsy Specialist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Kapil Gururangan, MD is an Epilepsy Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Gururangan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gururangan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gururangan’s office at (312) 695-7950.

    What languages does Dr. Gururangan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Gururangan typically treat?

    As an Epilepsy Specialist, Dr. Gururangan 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. Gururangan. 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:

    • Epilepsy
    • Focal Epilepsy
    • Complex Partial Seizures
    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness
    • Partial Seizure Disorder
    • Localized Onset Epilepsy
    • Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
    • Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
    • Temporal Lobe Seizures
    • Psychomotor Seizures
    • Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
    • Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
    • Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
    • Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy
    • Difficult-to-Treat Partial Seizures
    • Refractory Focal Epilepsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40019: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Dysfunction
    • Brain Condition
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9349: Other encephalopathy

    What procedures does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Gururangan typically perform?

    As an Epilepsy Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kapil Gururangan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gururangan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gururangan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-7950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gururangan accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Gururangan in Chicago, 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

    • State of Indiana

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gururangan's office located?

    Dr. Kapil Gururangan's Primary Practice

    259 E Erie St Ste 1900

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 695-7950

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

    Dr. Gururangan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245734854.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gururangan?

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

    What is Dr. Kapil Gururangan's specialty?

    Dr. Gururangan is an Epilepsy Specialist near Chicago, IL.

    What does an Epilepsy Specialist do?

    Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with various forms of epilepsy, including new-onset epilepsy, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations such as the elderly, women, and individuals with co-morbidities. This multidisciplinary field offers comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs of each patient.

    Is Dr. Kapil Gururangan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gururangan is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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 an Epilepsy Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Epilepsy Specialist. 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 Dr. Kapil Gururangan accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Kapil Gururangan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kapil Gururangan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gururangan's office at (312) 695-7950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kapil Gururangan?

    Please contact Dr. Gururangan's office at (312) 695-7950 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gururangan's office located?

    Dr. Gururangan's office is located in Chicago, IL.