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Dr. Oubada Alkowatli, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

Evanston, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alkowatli, Hospitalist in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Oubada Alkowatli, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alkowatli is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alkowatli’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alkowatli’s office at (847) 570-1010.

    What languages does Dr. Alkowatli speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Alkowatli typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Alkowatli 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. Alkowatli. 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Alkowatli typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Oubada Alkowatli may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alkowatli accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alkowatli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 570-1010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alkowatli accept in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Alkowatli in Evanston, 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

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alkowatli's office located?

    Dr. Oubada Alkowatli's Primary Practice

    2650 Ridge Ave

    Evanston, IL 60201

    (847) 570-1010

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    Dr. Oubada Alkowatli's Practice 2

    836 W Wellington Ave

    Chicago, IL 60657

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    Dr. Oubada Alkowatli's Practice 3

    2100 Pfingsten Rd

    Glenview, IL 60026

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

    Dr. Alkowatli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528677135.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alkowatli?

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

    What is Dr. Oubada Alkowatli's specialty?

    Dr. Alkowatli is a Hospitalist near Evanston, IL.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Oubada Alkowatli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alkowatli is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Oubada Alkowatli accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Oubada Alkowatli is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Oubada Alkowatli offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alkowatli's office at (847) 570-1010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Oubada Alkowatli?

    Please contact Dr. Alkowatli's office at (847) 570-1010 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alkowatli's office located?

    Dr. Alkowatli's offices are located in Evanston, IL, Chicago, IL, and Glenview, IL.