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Dr. Sai Sunkara, MD
Chicago, IL
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Sunkara, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sai Sunkara, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sunkara is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sunkara’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sunkara’s office at (312) 996-2740.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sunkara?
Dr. Sai Sunkara, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sunkara empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Sleep Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago, IL community, Dr. Sunkara is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Sunkara speak?
Dr. Sunkara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Sunkara typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Sunkara 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. Sunkara. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Sunkara typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sai Sunkara may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sunkara accept my insurance?
Dr. Sunkara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 996-2740 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sunkara accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sunkara in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Sunkara's office located?
What is Dr. Sunkara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sunkara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801024153.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sunkara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sunkara
What is Dr. Sai Sunkara's specialty?
Dr. Sunkara is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Sai Sunkara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sunkara is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University of Illinois 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
When to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sai Sunkara accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Sai Sunkara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sai Sunkara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office at (312) 996-2740 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sai Sunkara?
Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office at (312) 996-2740 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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