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Dr. Obada Shamaa, MD, PHD

Critical Care Internist, Neurocritical Care Specialist, Internist, Neurologist

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shamaa, Critical Care Internist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Obada Shamaa, MD, PHD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shamaa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shamaa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shamaa’s office at (217) 238-4325.

    What languages does Dr. Shamaa speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Shamaa typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Shamaa 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. Shamaa. 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:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Shamaa typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Shamaa 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. Shamaa. 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Shamaa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shamaa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 238-4325 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shamaa accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Shamaa in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shamaa's office located?

    Dr. Obada Shamaa's Primary Practice

    5841 S Maryland Ave Ste MC7082

    Chicago, IL 60637

    (217) 238-4325

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    Dr. Obada Shamaa's Practice 2

    725 American Ave

    Waukesha, WI 53188

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    Dr. Obada Shamaa's Practice 3

    355 E Grand Ave

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shamaa affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shamaa has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL
    Uchicago Medicine Northwest Indiana,Crown Point, IN
    Insight Hospital & Medical Center - Chicago,Chicago, IL

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

    Dr. Shamaa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275980658.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shamaa?

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

    What is Dr. Obada Shamaa's specialty?

    Dr. Shamaa is a Critical Care Internist near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Obada Shamaa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shamaa is affiliated with Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Froedtert 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

    When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Obada Shamaa accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Obada Shamaa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Obada Shamaa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shamaa's office at (217) 238-4325 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Obada Shamaa?

    Please contact Dr. Shamaa's office at (217) 238-4325 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shamaa's office located?

    Dr. Shamaa's offices are located in Chicago, IL and Waukesha, WI.