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Who is Dr. Nisar, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Downers Grove, IL?
Dr. Shahbaz Nisar, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Downers Grove, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nisar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nisar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nisar’s office.
What languages does Dr. Nisar speak?
Dr. Nisar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nisar typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nisar 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. Nisar. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle condition
- Muscle problem
- Myopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M629: Disorder of muscle, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nisar typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shahbaz Nisar may include:
Please contact Dr. Nisar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nisar accept my insurance?
Dr. Nisar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nisar accept in Downers Grove, IL?
Dr. Nisar in Downers Grove, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nisar's office located?
What is Dr. Nisar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nisar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659647717.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nisar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nisar
What is Dr. Shahbaz Nisar's specialty?
Dr. Nisar is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Downers Grove, IL.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is Dr. Shahbaz Nisar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Nisar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Dr. Shahbaz Nisar accepting new patients in Downers Grove, IL?
Yes, Dr. Shahbaz Nisar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shahbaz Nisar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nisar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shahbaz Nisar?
Please contact Dr. Nisar's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Nisar's office located?
Dr. Nisar's offices are located in Downers Grove, IL, Munster, IN, and Saint John, IN.
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