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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhakta, Hospitalist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Amar Bhakta, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bhakta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhakta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhakta’s office at (773) 525-8846.
What languages does Dr. Bhakta speak?
Dr. Bhakta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bhakta treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bhakta 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. Bhakta. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Unspecified Illness
- General sickness
- Undiagnosed illness
- Feeling unwell
ICD-10 Codes:
- R69: Illness, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Bhakta perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amar Bhakta may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bhakta's office.
Does Dr. Bhakta accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhakta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 525-8846 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhakta accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Bhakta in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Meridian Health Plan
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Bhakta's office located?
Dr. Amar Bhakta's Primary Practice
2800 N Sheridan Rd Ste 606
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 525-8846
What is Dr. Bhakta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhakta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518315928.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhakta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhakta
What is Dr. Amar Bhakta's specialty?
Dr. Bhakta is a Hospitalist near Chicago, IL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Bhakta to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amar Bhakta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhakta is affiliated with Ascension Alexian Brothers (elk Grove Village, Il) 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 Amar Bhakta accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Amar Bhakta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amar Bhakta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhakta's office at (773) 525-8846 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amar Bhakta?
Please contact Dr. Bhakta's office at (773) 525-8846 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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