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Dr. Nihal Varkey, MD

Berwyn, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Varkey, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Berwyn, IL?

    Dr. Nihal Varkey, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Berwyn, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Varkey is currently affiliated with Macneal Hospital. Dr. Varkey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varkey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varkey’s office at (708) 783-9100.

    What languages does Dr. Varkey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Varkey typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Varkey 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. Varkey. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Scalp Cut
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Scalp laceration
    • Deep scalp cut
    • Head cut

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Varkey typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nihal Varkey may include:

    Please contact Dr. Varkey's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Varkey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Varkey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 783-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Varkey accept in Berwyn, IL?

    Dr. Varkey in Berwyn, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Varkey's office located?

    Macneal Hospital

    3249 Oak Park Ave

    Berwyn, IL 60402

    (708) 783-9100

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    Dr. Nihal Varkey's Practice 2

    1740 W Taylor St

    Chicago, IL 60612

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

    Dr. Varkey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609336361.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varkey?

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

    What is Dr. Nihal Varkey's specialty?

    Dr. Varkey is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Berwyn, IL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Nihal Varkey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Varkey is affiliated with Macneal Hospital, Loyola University Medical Center, Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Nihal Varkey accepting new patients in Berwyn, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Nihal Varkey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nihal Varkey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Varkey's office at (708) 783-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nihal Varkey?

    Please contact Dr. Varkey's office at (708) 783-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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