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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nair, Rheumatologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Karun Nair, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nair is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nair’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nair’s office at (312) 942-5000.
What languages does Dr. Nair speak?
Dr. Nair and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Nair typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Nair 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. Nair. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis Affecting Other Body Parts
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Systemic Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA with organ involvement
- Rheumatoid disease affecting multiple systems
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0569: Rheumatoid arthritis of multiple sites with involvement of other organs and systems
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS
- Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE
- Autoimmune Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3210: Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7689: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Nair typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karun Nair may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Nair's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nair accept my insurance?
Dr. Nair accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nair accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nair 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Community Health Network of Washington
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nair's office located?
What is Dr. Nair's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nair's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710514724.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nair?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nair
What is Dr. Karun Nair's specialty?
Dr. Nair is a Rheumatologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Karun Nair affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nair is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karun Nair accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Karun Nair is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karun Nair offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nair's office at (312) 942-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karun Nair?
Please contact Dr. Nair's office at (312) 942-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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