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Who is Dr. Kakodkar, Gastroenterologist in Park Ridge, IL?
Dr. Samir Kakodkar, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Park Ridge, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kakodkar graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program. Dr. Kakodkar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kakodkar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kakodkar’s office at (312) 942-5352.
Where did Dr. Kakodkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kakodkar speak?
Dr. Kakodkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Kakodkar typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kakodkar 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. Kakodkar. 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:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K51918: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified with other complication
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Kakodkar typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kakodkar 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. Kakodkar. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
- Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
- EGD with Polypectomy
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
- Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Kakodkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kakodkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-5352 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kakodkar accept in Park Ridge, IL?
Dr. Kakodkar in Park Ridge, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Kakodkar's office located?
What is Dr. Kakodkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kakodkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164716577.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kakodkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kakodkar
What is Dr. Samir Kakodkar's specialty?
Dr. Kakodkar is a Gastroenterologist near Park Ridge, IL.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Samir Kakodkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kakodkar is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General 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 Samir Kakodkar accepting new patients in Park Ridge, IL?
Yes, Dr. Samir Kakodkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samir Kakodkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kakodkar's office at (312) 942-5352 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samir Kakodkar?
Please contact Dr. Kakodkar's office at (312) 942-5352 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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