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Who is Dr. Thakolkaran, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nimmy Thakolkaran, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Thakolkaran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thakolkaran’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thakolkaran’s office at (312) 563-4212.
What languages does Dr. Thakolkaran speak?
Dr. Thakolkaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Thakolkaran treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Thakolkaran 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. Thakolkaran. 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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle condition
- Muscle problem
- Myopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M629: Disorder of muscle, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Left Hip Fracture
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Left Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Proximal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
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:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Breakdown
- Acute Muscle Injury
- Myoglobinuria
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6282: Rhabdomyolysis
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Which procedures does Dr. Thakolkaran perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nimmy Thakolkaran may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thakolkaran's office.
Does Dr. Thakolkaran accept my insurance?
Dr. Thakolkaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 563-4212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thakolkaran accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Thakolkaran in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thakolkaran's office located?
Dr. Nimmy Thakolkaran's Primary Practice
1725 W Harrison St Ste 955
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 563-4212
What is Dr. Thakolkaran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thakolkaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255746376.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thakolkaran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thakolkaran
What is Dr. Nimmy Thakolkaran's specialty?
Dr. Thakolkaran is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Thakolkaran to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nimmy Thakolkaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Thakolkaran is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Nimmy Thakolkaran accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Nimmy Thakolkaran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nimmy Thakolkaran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thakolkaran's office at (312) 563-4212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nimmy Thakolkaran?
Please contact Dr. Thakolkaran's office at (312) 563-4212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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