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Dr. Aalok Kacha, MD, PHD

Anesthesiologist, Critical Care Anesthesiologist

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kacha, Anesthesiologist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Aalok Kacha, MD, PHD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Kacha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kacha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kacha’s office at (773) 702-1000.

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

    • Medical School: U Of Chgo Div Of Bio Sci Pritzker Sch Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kacha board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Aalok Kacha, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kacha speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kacha typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kacha 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. Kacha. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • General Burn Injury
    • Burns
    • Thermal Injury
    • Fire Burn
    • Scald Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T300: Burn of unspecified body region, unspecified degree

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kacha typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Aalok Kacha may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kacha accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kacha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 702-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Kacha 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kacha's office located?

    Dr. Aalok Kacha's Primary Practice

    5841 S Maryland Ave

    Chicago, IL 60637

    (773) 702-1000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kacha affiliated with?

    Dr. Kacha has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL
    Uchicago Medicine Northwest Indiana,Crown Point, IN

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

    Dr. Kacha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861773079.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kacha?

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

    What is Dr. Aalok Kacha's specialty?

    Dr. Kacha is an Anesthesiologist near Chicago, IL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Aalok Kacha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Kacha is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uchicago Medicine, Uchicago Medicine Northwest Indiana. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Aalok Kacha accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Aalok Kacha is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aalok Kacha offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kacha's office at (773) 702-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Aalok Kacha?

    Please contact Dr. Kacha's office at (773) 702-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kacha's office located?

    Dr. Kacha's office is located in Chicago, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Aalok Kacha have?

    Dr. Aalok Kacha is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.