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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fikaris, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Elmhurst, IL?
Dr. George Fikaris, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Fikaris graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Anesthesiology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fikaris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fikaris’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fikaris’s office at (331) 221-0096.
Where did Dr. Fikaris go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Anesthesiology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine | Mayo Grad School Med/Mayo Fndn | University of Michigan Program
Medical School: Rush Med Coll of Rush University, Chicago Il | Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Fikaris board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. George Fikaris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Fikaris speak?
Dr. Fikaris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fikaris treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Fikaris 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. Fikaris. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of the knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M179: Osteoarthritis of knee, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Ureter Stone
- Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Ureteral Calculus
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N201: Calculus of ureter
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Uterine Polyp
- Uterine Disease
- Endometrial Polyp
- Womb Polyp
ICD-10 Codes:
- N840: Polyp of corpus uteri
Which procedures does Dr. Fikaris perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. George Fikaris may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fikaris' office.
Does Dr. Fikaris accept my insurance?
Dr. Fikaris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (331) 221-0096 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fikaris accept in Elmhurst, IL?
Dr. Fikaris in Elmhurst, 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)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Northshore University Healthsystem
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fikaris' office located?
Dr. George Fikaris' Primary Practice
177 E Brush Hill Rd
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(331) 221-0096
What is Dr. Fikaris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fikaris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366484172.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fikaris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fikaris
What is Dr. George Fikaris's specialty?
Dr. Fikaris is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Elmhurst, IL. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Fikaris to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Fikaris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fikaris is affiliated with Endeavor Health Elmhurst 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 George Fikaris accepting new patients in Elmhurst, IL?
Yes, Dr. George Fikaris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Fikaris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fikaris's office at (331) 221-0096 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Fikaris?
Please contact Dr. Fikaris's office at (331) 221-0096 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Fikaris have?
Dr. George Fikaris is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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