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Who is Dr. Lanka, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Lavanya Lanka is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. She is board certified. Dr. Lanka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lanka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lanka’s office at (312) 864-0200.
What languages does Dr. Lanka speak?
Dr. Lanka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lanka treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Lanka 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. Lanka. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Which procedures does Dr. Lanka perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lavanya Lanka may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lanka's office.
Does Dr. Lanka accept my insurance?
Dr. Lanka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 864-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lanka accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Lanka 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
Centene
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
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Where is Dr. Lanka's office located?
What is Dr. Lanka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lanka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932620820.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lanka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lanka
What is Dr. Lavanya Lanka's specialty?
Dr. Lanka is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Lanka to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Lavanya Lanka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lanka is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Of Cook County. 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
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Is Lavanya Lanka accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Lavanya Lanka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lavanya Lanka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lanka's office at (312) 864-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lavanya Lanka?
Please contact Dr. Lanka's office at (312) 864-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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