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Dr. Amir Vafa, MD

Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vafa, Surgeon in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Amir Vafa, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vafa completed his residency at Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Vafa is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vafa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vafa’s office at (773) 257-6464.

    Where did Dr. Vafa go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Vafa board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Amir Vafa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Vafa speak?

    Dr. Vafa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Persian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Vafa typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Vafa 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. Vafa. 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:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown type
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Scalp Cut
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Scalp laceration
    • Deep scalp cut
    • Head cut

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Traumatic Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Pneumothorax
    • Injured Collapsed Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Vafa typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Amir Vafa may include:

    Please contact Dr. Vafa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Vafa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vafa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 257-6464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vafa accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Vafa in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Vafa's office located?

    Dr. Amir Vafa's Primary Practice

    2653 W Ogden Ave Fl 3 Ste A

    Chicago, IL 60608

    (773) 257-6464

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    Dr. Amir Vafa's Practice 2

    At 15 Th St

    Chicago, IL 60608

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    Dr. Amir Vafa's Practice 3

    333 Madison St

    Joliet, IL 60435

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    What is Dr. Vafa's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Vafa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881818326.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vafa?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vafa

    What is Dr. Amir Vafa's specialty?

    Dr. Vafa is a Surgeon near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Amir Vafa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vafa is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il, Osf Healthcare Saint Anthony Medical Center 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Amir Vafa accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Amir Vafa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amir Vafa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vafa's office at (773) 257-6464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amir Vafa?

    Please contact Dr. Vafa's office at (773) 257-6464 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vafa's office located?

    Dr. Vafa's offices are located in Chicago, IL and Joliet, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amir Vafa have?

    Dr. Amir Vafa is certified by the American Board of Surgery.