35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Buddharaju, Critical Care Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Venkata Buddharaju, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Buddharaju graduated from Andhra Medical College, Univ of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Edgewater Hospital. Dr. Buddharaju is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buddharaju’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buddharaju’s office at (773) 975-6775.
Where did Dr. Buddharaju go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: (Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine)), ALBANY HOSPITAL, ALBANY MEDICAL CENTER, ALBANY, NY
Residency: Edgewater Hospital
Medical School: Andhra Med Coll, Ntr Univ of Med Sci, Visakhapatnam, Ap, India | Andhra Medical College, Univ of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Buddharaju board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Venkata Buddharaju, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buddharaju speak?
Dr. Buddharaju and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Buddharaju treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Buddharaju 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. Buddharaju. 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.
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Buddharaju perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Venkata Buddharaju may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buddharaju's office.
Does Dr. Buddharaju accept my insurance?
Dr. Buddharaju accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 975-6775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buddharaju accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Buddharaju 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Eon Health
Family Health Network
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buddharaju's office located?
Dr. Venkata Buddharaju's Primary Practice
840 W Irving Park Rd Ste 305
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 975-6775
What is Dr. Buddharaju's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buddharaju's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790737781.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buddharaju?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buddharaju
What is Dr. Venkata Buddharaju's specialty?
Dr. Buddharaju is a Critical Care Internist near Chicago, IL. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Buddharaju to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Venkata Buddharaju affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Buddharaju is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Thorek Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Venkata Buddharaju accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Venkata Buddharaju is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Venkata Buddharaju offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buddharaju's office at (773) 975-6775 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Venkata Buddharaju?
Please contact Dr. Buddharaju's office at (773) 975-6775 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Venkata Buddharaju have?
Dr. Venkata Buddharaju is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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