Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sunkara, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Neelima Sunkara, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sunkara graduated from Kasturba Medical College Mangalore and completed her residency at WESTLAKE HOSPITAL. Dr. Sunkara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sunkara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sunkara’s office at (773) 205-0800.
Where did Dr. Sunkara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: WESTLAKE HOSPITAL
Medical School: Kasturba Medical College Mangalore
Is Dr. Sunkara board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Neelima Sunkara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sunkara speak?
Dr. Sunkara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sunkara typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sunkara 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. Sunkara. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- History of Falls
- Falls
- Previous falls
- Recurrent falls
- Risk of falling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9181: History of falling
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sunkara typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Neelima Sunkara may include:
Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sunkara accept my insurance?
Dr. Sunkara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 205-0800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sunkara accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sunkara 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sunkara's office located?
Dr. Neelima Sunkara's Primary Practice
3445 N Central Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 205-0800
What is Dr. Sunkara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sunkara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265603054.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sunkara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sunkara
What is Dr. Neelima Sunkara's specialty?
Dr. Sunkara is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Neelima Sunkara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sunkara is affiliated with Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il), Ascension Alexian Brothers (elk Grove Village, Il), Northwestern Memorial 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Neelima Sunkara accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Neelima Sunkara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Neelima Sunkara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office at (773) 205-0800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Neelima Sunkara?
Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office at (773) 205-0800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Neelima Sunkara have?
Dr. Neelima Sunkara is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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