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Dr. Samantha Gunning, MD

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gunning, Nephrologist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Samantha Gunning, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Gunning is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunning’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunning’s office at (773) 702-1000.

    What languages does Dr. Gunning speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gunning treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Gunning 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. Gunning. 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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    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:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Kidney and Ureter Disorder
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney and Ureter Problem
    • Renal and Ureteral Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N289: Disorder of kidney and ureter, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Potassium
    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia
    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Other Persistent IgA Nephropathy
    • Berger's Disease
    • Immunoglobulin A Kidney Disease
    • Recurrent IgA Nephritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N02B9: Other recurrent and persistent immunoglobulin A nephropathy

    What procedures does Dr. Gunning perform?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Gunning 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. Gunning. 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:

    • Kidney Biopsy
    • Renal biopsy
    • Percutaneous kidney biopsy
    • Needle kidney biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle

    Does Dr. Gunning accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gunning 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. Gunning accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Gunning 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

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • Tria Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gunning's office located?

    Dr. Samantha Gunning's Primary Practice

    5841 S Maryland Ave

    Chicago, IL 60637

    (773) 702-1000

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

    Dr. Gunning's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790165090.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunning?

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

    What is Dr. Samantha Gunning's specialty?

    Dr. Gunning is a Nephrologist near Chicago, IL. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Gunning to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Samantha Gunning affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gunning is affiliated with UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Samantha Gunning accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Samantha Gunning is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samantha Gunning offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Samantha Gunning?

    Please contact Dr. Gunning's office at (773) 702-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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