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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah-Khan, Nephrologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Shah-Khan completed her residency at Southern Illinois University Hospitals. Dr. Shah-Khan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah-Khan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah-Khan’s office at (773) 423-6400.
Where did Dr. Shah-Khan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Southern Illinois University Hospitals
Medical School: Deccan College Of Med Science Osmania University | Other
Is Dr. Shah-Khan board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shah-Khan speak?
Dr. Shah-Khan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shah-Khan typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Shah-Khan 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. Shah-Khan. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shah-Khan typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Shah-Khan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shah-Khan accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah-Khan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 423-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah-Khan accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Shah-Khan 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
Centene Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shah-Khan's office located?
Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan's Primary Practice
1540 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 423-6400
What is Dr. Shah-Khan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shah-Khan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164644480.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shah-Khan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shah-Khan
What is Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan's specialty?
Dr. Shah-Khan 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. Farheen Shah-Khan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah-Khan is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Endeavor Health Edward Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston 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 Farheen Shah-Khan accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah-Khan's office at (773) 423-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farheen Shah-Khan?
Please contact Dr. Shah-Khan's office at (773) 423-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan have?
Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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