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Who is Dr. Bhalla, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Hillside, IL?
Dr. Samir Bhalla, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hillside, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bhalla is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhalla’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhalla’s office at (312) 705-5100.
What languages does Dr. Bhalla speak?
Dr. Bhalla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
What conditions does Dr. Bhalla treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bhalla 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. Bhalla. 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Paralysis
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Amputation Aftercare
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Limb Loss
- Post-amputation care
- Limb loss recovery
- Amputee rehabilitation
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- 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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle atrophy
- Muscle loss
- Muscle shrinkage
- Weak muscles
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62521: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, right upper arm
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Bhalla perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Samir Bhalla may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bhalla's office.
Does Dr. Bhalla accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhalla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 705-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhalla accept in Hillside, IL?
Dr. Bhalla in Hillside, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bhalla's office located?
Dr. Samir Bhalla's Primary Practice
4415 Harrison St Ste 300
Hillside, IL 60162
(312) 705-5100
What is Dr. Bhalla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhalla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922365170.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhalla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhalla
What is Dr. Samir Bhalla's specialty?
Dr. Bhalla is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Hillside, IL. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Bhalla to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samir Bhalla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bhalla is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Samir Bhalla accepting new patients in Hillside, IL?
Yes, Dr. Samir Bhalla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samir Bhalla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhalla's office at (312) 705-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samir Bhalla?
Please contact Dr. Bhalla's office at (312) 705-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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