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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sedhom, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Wafik Sedhom, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sedhom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sedhom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sedhom’s office at (312) 926-2000.
What languages does Dr. Sedhom speak?
Dr. Sedhom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Sedhom typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Sedhom 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. Sedhom. 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- High Platelet Count
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- Thrombocytosis
- Elevated platelet count
- Too many platelets
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D75839: Thrombocytosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
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:
- Acute Blood Clot
- Acute Venous Thrombosis
- Sudden Vein Clot
- Thromboembolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8290: Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified vein
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Sedhom typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Wafik Sedhom may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Sedhom's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sedhom accept my insurance?
Dr. Sedhom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 926-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sedhom accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sedhom in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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. Sedhom's office located?
Dr. Wafik Sedhom's Primary Practice
675 N Saint Clair St Ste 100
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 926-2000
What is Dr. Sedhom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sedhom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609336098.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sedhom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sedhom
What is Dr. Wafik Sedhom's specialty?
Dr. Sedhom is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Wafik Sedhom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sedhom is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Wafik Sedhom accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Wafik Sedhom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wafik Sedhom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sedhom's office at (312) 926-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wafik Sedhom?
Please contact Dr. Sedhom's office at (312) 926-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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