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Dr. Nikesh Lath, MD

New Lenox, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lath, Surgeon in New Lenox, IL?

    Dr. Nikesh Lath, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Lenox, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lath graduated from B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India and completed his residency at RowanSOM/OPTI/AHS Morristown Medical Center Program. Dr. Lath is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lath’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lath’s office at (815) 717-8730.

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

    • Residency: RowanSOM/OPTI/AHS Morristown Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India

    What languages does Dr. Lath speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Lath treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Lath 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. Lath. 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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    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:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
    • Abnormal GI scan
    • Unusual digestive imaging
    • Digestive system imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract

    Also known as:

    • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Proctitis
    • Anal Disorders
    • Rectal Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    What procedures does Dr. Lath perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Lath 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. Lath. 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:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible

    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:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Drainage of Rectal Abscess
    • Ischiorectal Abscess Drainage
    • Perirectal Abscess Incision
    • Rectal Abscess Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46040: Incision and drainage of ischiorectal and/or perirectal abscess (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Partial Colon Removal
    • Minimally invasive colectomy
    • Laparoscopic bowel resection
    • Keyhole colon surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 44207: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with anastomosis, with coloproctostomy (low pelvic anastomosis)

    Also known as:

    • Complicated Pilonidal Cyst Removal
    • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
    • Surgery for Pilonidal Cyst
    • Complex Pilonidal Cystectomy
    • Tailbone Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11772: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; complicated

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Lath accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 717-8730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lath accept in New Lenox, IL?

    Dr. Lath in New Lenox, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • HealthPartners

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Tria Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lath's office located?

    Dr. Nikesh Lath's Primary Practice

    1890 Silver Cross Blvd Ste 410

    New Lenox, IL 60451

    (815) 717-8730

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    Dr. Nikesh Lath's Practice 2

    1300 Franklin Ave Ste 210

    Normal, IL 61761

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    Dr. Nikesh Lath's Practice 3

    2204 Eastland Dr

    Bloomington, IL 61704

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

    Dr. Lath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194012260.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lath?

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

    What is Dr. Nikesh Lath's specialty?

    Dr. Lath is a Surgeon near New Lenox, IL. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Lath to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nikesh Lath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lath is affiliated with Silver Cross Hospital, UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, 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 Nikesh Lath accepting new patients in New Lenox, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Nikesh Lath is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nikesh Lath offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lath's office at (815) 717-8730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nikesh Lath?

    Please contact Dr. Lath's office at (815) 717-8730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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