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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhatia, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ajay Bhatia, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Bhatia is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhatia’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhatia’s office at (312) 720-0851.
What languages does Dr. Bhatia speak?
Dr. Bhatia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bhatia typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bhatia 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. Bhatia. 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bhatia typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Bhatia 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. Bhatia. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Bhatia accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhatia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 720-0851 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhatia accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Bhatia 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
Centene Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Bhatia's office located?
Dr. Ajay Bhatia's Primary Practice
2222 W Division St Ste 230
Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 720-0851
What is Dr. Bhatia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhatia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568608180.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhatia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhatia
What is Dr. Ajay Bhatia's specialty?
Dr. Bhatia is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ajay Bhatia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhatia is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Advocate Illinois Masonic 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
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Is Ajay Bhatia accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Bhatia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajay Bhatia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhatia's office at (312) 720-0851 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ajay Bhatia?
Please contact Dr. Bhatia's office at (312) 720-0851 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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