Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chudgar, Internist in Calumet City, IL?
Dr. Nirav Chudgar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Calumet City, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chudgar graduated from B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India and completed his residency at Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chudgar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chudgar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chudgar’s office at (708) 832-0244.
Where did Dr. Chudgar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine | Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center Program
Medical School: B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India | Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Chudgar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nirav Chudgar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chudgar speak?
Dr. Chudgar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chudgar treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chudgar 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. Chudgar. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Administrative Medical Exams
- Pre-Employment Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous administrative exams
- Various official health checks
- Other regulatory medical assessments
- Job physical
- Employment health check
- Pre-hire medical assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations
- Z021: Encounter for pre-employment examination
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Which procedures does Dr. Chudgar perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nirav Chudgar may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chudgar's office.
Does Dr. Chudgar accept my insurance?
Dr. Chudgar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 832-0244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chudgar accept in Calumet City, IL?
Dr. Chudgar in Calumet City, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chudgar's office located?
Dr. Nirav Chudgar's Primary Practice
1600 167th St Ste 200
Calumet City, IL 60409
(708) 832-0244
What is Dr. Chudgar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chudgar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780763805.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chudgar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chudgar
What is Dr. Nirav Chudgar's specialty?
Dr. Chudgar is a Internist near Calumet City, IL.
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.
Contact Dr. Chudgar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nirav Chudgar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chudgar is affiliated with UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Franciscan Health Crown Point, Franciscan Health Olympia Fields, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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
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Is Nirav Chudgar accepting new patients in Calumet City, IL?
Yes, Dr. Nirav Chudgar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nirav Chudgar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chudgar's office at (708) 832-0244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nirav Chudgar?
Please contact Dr. Chudgar's office at (708) 832-0244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nirav Chudgar have?
Dr. Nirav Chudgar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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