17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaikh, Radiation Oncologist in Evanston, IL?
Dr. Arif Shaikh, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Shaikh graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Radiation Oncology; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shaikh is fluent in English, Polish, Spanish, and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaikh’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaikh’s office at (773) 213-0755.
Where did Dr. Shaikh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Radiation Oncology; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Internal Medicine | The University Of Chicago Medical Center | University of Chicago Program
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shaikh speak?
Dr. Shaikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
Spanish
Turkish
What conditions does Dr. Shaikh treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Shaikh 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. Shaikh. 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.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Secondary Cancer (Other Specified Sites)
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Metastatic cancer
- Cancer spread to other organs
- Cancer metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- C7989: Secondary malignant neoplasm of other specified sites
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C493: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of thorax
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
What procedures does Dr. Shaikh perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Shaikh performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shaikh. 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.
Also known as:
- Vaginal Radiation Afterloader Insertion
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device
- Internal Radiation Apparatus
- Vaginal Radiation Delivery
CPT Codes:
- 57156: Insertion of a vaginal radiation afterloading apparatus for clinical brachytherapy
Does Dr. Shaikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 213-0755 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaikh accept in Evanston, IL?
Dr. Shaikh in Evanston, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Shaikh's office located?
Dr. Arif Shaikh's Primary Practice
2650 Ridge Ave # 355
Evanston, IL 60201
(773) 213-0755
What is Dr. Shaikh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194937789.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaikh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaikh
What is Dr. Arif Shaikh's specialty?
Dr. Shaikh is a Radiation Oncologist near Evanston, IL. A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors. Contact Dr. Shaikh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Arif Shaikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaikh is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston 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
Where can I learn more about Radiation Oncologist?
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Is Arif Shaikh accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?
Yes, Dr. Arif Shaikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arif Shaikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office at (773) 213-0755 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arif Shaikh?
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office at (773) 213-0755 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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