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Dr. Karl Bilimoria, MD

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bilimoria, Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Karl Bilimoria, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bilimoria completed his residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, General Surgery. Dr. Bilimoria is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bilimoria’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bilimoria’s office.

    Where did Dr. Bilimoria go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, General Surgery | Northwestern University

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In

    What languages does Dr. Bilimoria speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bilimoria treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Bilimoria 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. Bilimoria. 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:

    • Melanoma
    • Melanoma of the Trunk
    • Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
    • Melanoma of Right Leg or Hip
    • Malignant Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
    • Cutaneous Melanoma
    • Black Skin Cancer
    • Malignant Melanoma of Body
    • Skin Cancer on Torso
    • Left Arm Melanoma
    • Left Shoulder Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Left Arm
    • Left Upper Limb Melanoma
    • Right Leg Melanoma
    • Right Hip Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Right Leg
    • Right Lower Limb Melanoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
    • C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
    • C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C4371: Malignant melanoma of right lower limb, including hip

    Also known as:

    • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
    • Cancer
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
    • Connective Tissue Cancer
    • Soft Tissue Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal or Pelvic Swelling, Mass, or Lump
    • Belly lump
    • Pelvic mass
    • Abdominal swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1900: Intra-abdominal and pelvic swelling, mass and lump, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Retroperitoneal Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Retroperitoneal Tumor
    • Malignant Retroperitoneal Neoplasm
    • Abdominal Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C480: Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum

    What procedures does Dr. Bilimoria perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Bilimoria performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bilimoria. 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:

    • Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin Cancer Excision
    • Large Malignant Growth Removal
    • Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
    • Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Needle Biopsy
    • Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
    • Muscle Tissue Sample
    • Superficial Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Lymph Gland Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
    • 38500: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, superficial

    Does Dr. Bilimoria accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bilimoria accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bilimoria accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Bilimoria in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Cooperative Benefit Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Tennessee

    • Tria Health

    • Unified Group Services

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    Where is Dr. Bilimoria's office located?

    Dr. Karl Bilimoria's Primary Practice

    550 University Blvd

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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    Dr. Karl Bilimoria's Practice 2

    675 N Saint Clair St Ste 21-100

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    Dr. Karl Bilimoria's Practice 3

    251 E Huron St

    Chicago, IL 60611

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

    Dr. Bilimoria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427186774.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bilimoria?

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

    What is Dr. Karl Bilimoria's specialty?

    Dr. Bilimoria is a Surgeon near Indianapolis, IN. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Bilimoria to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karl Bilimoria affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bilimoria is affiliated with IU Health Methodist Hospital, Baptist Health Louisville, Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center, Marion Health, IU Health Bloomington 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 Karl Bilimoria accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Bilimoria is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Bilimoria offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bilimoria's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karl Bilimoria?

    Please contact Dr. Bilimoria's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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