Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kandala, Family Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Rajiv Kandala, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Kandala graduated from Saba University / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Park Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Kandala is fluent in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kandala’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kandala’s office at (773) 947-2831.
Where did Dr. Kandala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Park Hosp, Family Medicine | Jackson Park Hospital and Medical Center
Medical School: Saba Univ Sch Of Med, Saba, Netherland Antilles | Saba University / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kandala board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rajiv Kandala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kandala speak?
Dr. Kandala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
Urdu
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kandala typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kandala 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. Kandala. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kandala typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kandala 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. Kandala. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Kandala accept my insurance?
Dr. Kandala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 947-2831 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kandala accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Kandala in Chicago, 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
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Kandala's office located?
Dr. Rajiv Kandala's Primary Practice
7531 S Stony Island Ave Ste 164
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 947-2831
What is Dr. Kandala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kandala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376608059.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kandala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kandala
What is Dr. Rajiv Kandala's specialty?
Dr. Kandala is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Rajiv Kandala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kandala is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Osf Healthcare Little Company Of Mary 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 Rajiv Kandala accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Rajiv Kandala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajiv Kandala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kandala's office at (773) 947-2831 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajiv Kandala?
Please contact Dr. Kandala's office at (773) 947-2831 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rajiv Kandala have?
Dr. Rajiv Kandala is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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