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Dr. Nikhil Vajaria, DO

Aurora, IL

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vajaria, Anesthesiologist in Aurora, IL?

    Dr. Nikhil Vajaria, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vajaria graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed his residency at St Barnabas Medical Center Program. Dr. Vajaria is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vajaria’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vajaria’s office at (305) 809-0790.

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

    • Residency: St Barnabas Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

    What languages does Dr. Vajaria speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vajaria 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. Vajaria. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    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:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vajaria 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. Vajaria. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Vajaria accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vajaria accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 809-0790 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vajaria accept in Aurora, IL?

    Dr. Vajaria in Aurora, 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)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vajaria's office located?

    Rush-Copley Medical Center

    2000 Ogden Ave

    Aurora, IL 60504

    (305) 809-0790

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    Dr. Nikhil Vajaria's Practice 2

    25 N Winfield Rd

    Winfield, IL 60190

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    Dr. Nikhil Vajaria's Practice 3

    1423 Chicago Rd

    Chicago Heights, IL 60411

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

    Dr. Vajaria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821223801.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vajaria?

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

    What is Dr. Nikhil Vajaria's specialty?

    Dr. Vajaria is an Anesthesiologist near Aurora, 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. Nikhil Vajaria affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vajaria is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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 Dr. Nikhil Vajaria accepting new patients in Aurora, IL?

    No, Dr. Nikhil Vajaria is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nikhil Vajaria offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vajaria's office at (305) 809-0790 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nikhil Vajaria?

    Please contact Dr. Vajaria's office at (305) 809-0790 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vajaria's office located?

    Dr. Vajaria's offices are located in Aurora, IL, Winfield, IL, and Chicago Heights, IL.

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