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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sheikh, Cardiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Amjad Sheikh, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sheikh graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Louis a Weiss Memorial Hospital Chicago. Dr. Sheikh is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheikh’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheikh’s office at (773) 564-5912.
Where did Dr. Sheikh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Louis a Weiss Memorial Hospital Chicago | Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine | Lahore Medical and Dental College | Khyber Med College
Is Dr. Sheikh board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Amjad Sheikh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sheikh speak?
Dr. Sheikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Sheikh typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Sheikh 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. Sheikh. 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Sheikh typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Amjad Sheikh may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sheikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 564-5912 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheikh accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sheikh in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Sheikh affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Sheikh has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital,Harvey, IL
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital,Harvey, IL
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Olympia Fields Hospital,Olympia Fields, ILRanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Olympia Fields Hospital,Olympia Fields, IL
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center,Chicago, ILRanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center,Chicago, IL
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital,Chicago, ILRanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Weiss Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
Weiss Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
What is Dr. Sheikh's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851326110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheikh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheikh
What is Dr. Amjad Sheikh's specialty?
Dr. Sheikh is a Cardiologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is Dr. Amjad Sheikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheikh is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Olympia Fields Hospital, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Amjad Sheikh accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Amjad Sheikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amjad Sheikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (773) 564-5912 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amjad Sheikh?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (773) 564-5912 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?
Dr. Sheikh's offices are located in Chicago, IL and Evanston, IL.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amjad Sheikh have?
Dr. Amjad Sheikh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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