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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Pediatric Neurologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Vamshi Rao, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (312) 227-4000.
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Rao typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- Duchenne or Becker Muscular Dystrophy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- DMD
- BMD
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
- Becker Muscular Dystrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7101: Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
Also known as:
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- SMA
- Progressive Muscle Weakness
- Motor Neuron Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- G129: Spinal muscular atrophy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Developmental Disabilities
- Dyspraxia
- Motor Skill Disorder
- Clumsiness Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function
Also known as:
- Other Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Unusual Neurological Symptoms
- Nerve Problems
- Brain and Nerve Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Spasms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R258: Other abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Inherited Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Genetic SMA
- Familial Spinal Atrophy
- Hereditary Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G121: Other inherited spinal muscular atrophy
Also known as:
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
- CMT Disease
- Hereditary Motor Sensory Neuropathy
- Peroneal Muscular Atrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G600: Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Rao typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vamshi Rao may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Rao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Rao in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770731374.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Vamshi Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Pediatric Neurologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Vamshi Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vamshi Rao accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Vamshi Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vamshi Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (312) 227-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vamshi Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (312) 227-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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