Dr. Zuhair Thalji, MD
Oak Lawn, IL
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Thalji, Anesthesiologist in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Zuhair Thalji, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Thalji graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thalji is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thalji’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thalji’s office at (708) 425-8000.
Where did Dr. Thalji go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals | Loyola University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Thalji board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Zuhair Thalji, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Thalji speak?
Dr. Thalji and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thalji typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thalji 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. Thalji. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thalji typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thalji performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Thalji. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Does Dr. Thalji accept my insurance?
Dr. Thalji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 425-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thalji accept in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Thalji in Oak Lawn, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Centene
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thalji's office located?
What is Dr. Thalji's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thalji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578650966.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thalji?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thalji
What is Dr. Zuhair Thalji's specialty?
Dr. Thalji is a Anesthesiologist near Oak Lawn, IL.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Zuhair Thalji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Thalji is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Advocate South Suburban Hospital, Advocate Trinity 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
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Is Zuhair Thalji accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?
Yes, Dr. Zuhair Thalji is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zuhair Thalji offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thalji's office at (708) 425-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zuhair Thalji?
Please contact Dr. Thalji's office at (708) 425-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zuhair Thalji have?
Dr. Zuhair Thalji is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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