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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dabbas, Nephrologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Walaa Dabbas is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dabbas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dabbas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dabbas’s office at (312) 355-1700.
What languages does Dr. Dabbas speak?
Dr. Dabbas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Dabbas typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Dabbas 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. Dabbas. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Dabbas typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Walaa Dabbas may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Dabbas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dabbas accept my insurance?
Dr. Dabbas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 355-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dabbas accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Dabbas in Chicago, 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
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dabbas' office located?
What is Dr. Dabbas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dabbas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417474669.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dabbas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dabbas
What is Dr. Walaa Dabbas's specialty?
Dr. Dabbas is a Nephrologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Walaa Dabbas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dabbas is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Walaa Dabbas accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Walaa Dabbas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walaa Dabbas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dabbas's office at (312) 355-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walaa Dabbas?
Please contact Dr. Dabbas's office at (312) 355-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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