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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chandra, Medical Oncologist in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Sunandana Chandra, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lake Forest, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chandra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chandra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chandra’s office at (312) 926-3627.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chandra?
Dr. Sunandana Chandra, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chandra empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Melanoma, Skin Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lake Forest, IL community, Dr. Chandra is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Chandra board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Sunandana Chandra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chandra speak?
Dr. Chandra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Chandra typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Chandra 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. Chandra. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer in Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Lymph Node Metastasis
- Metastatic Lymph Node Cancer
- Secondary Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C779: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph node, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma
- Skin Cancer
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- MCC
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Skin
- Aggressive Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4A9: Merkel cell carcinoma, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Chandra typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Chandra 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. Chandra. 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:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Chandra accept my insurance?
Dr. Chandra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 926-3627 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chandra accept in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Chandra 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
State of Indiana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chandra's office located?
Dr. Sunandana Chandra's Primary Practice
660 N Westmoreland Rd # 302
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(312) 926-3627
What is Dr. Chandra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chandra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265696348.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chandra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chandra
What is Dr. Sunandana Chandra's specialty?
Dr. Chandra is a Medical Oncologist near Lake Forest, IL.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Sunandana Chandra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chandra is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sunandana Chandra accepting new patients in Lake Forest, IL?
Yes, Dr. Sunandana Chandra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sunandana Chandra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chandra's office at (312) 926-3627 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sunandana Chandra?
Please contact Dr. Chandra's office at (312) 926-3627 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sunandana Chandra have?
Dr. Sunandana Chandra is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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