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Dr. Sarah Chuzi, MD
Chicago, IL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chuzi, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sarah Chuzi, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chuzi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chuzi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chuzi’s office at (312) 664-3278.
What languages does Dr. Chuzi speak?
Dr. Chuzi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Chuzi typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Chuzi 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. Chuzi. 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:
- End-Stage Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Advanced heart failure
- Terminal heart failure
- Severe heart failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5084: End stage heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Chuzi typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Chuzi may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Chuzi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chuzi accept my insurance?
Dr. Chuzi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 664-3278 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chuzi accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Chuzi in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chuzi's office located?
What is Dr. Chuzi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chuzi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578980785.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chuzi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chuzi
What is Dr. Sarah Chuzi's specialty?
Dr. Chuzi is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Sarah Chuzi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chuzi is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, St. Mary Medical Center - Hobart, In, Carle Foundation Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry 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
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Is Sarah Chuzi accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Chuzi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Chuzi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chuzi's office at (312) 664-3278 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Chuzi?
Please contact Dr. Chuzi's office at (312) 664-3278 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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