Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Eswaran, Hepatologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sheila Eswaran, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Eswaran completed her residency at Maine Medical Center - Internal Medicine. Dr. Eswaran is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eswaran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eswaran’s office.
Where did Dr. Eswaran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Loyola University Medical Center | University of Nebraska - Transplant Hepatology
Residency: Maine Medical Center - Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine (Education)
Is Dr. Eswaran board certified as a Hepatologist?
Yes, Dr. Sheila Eswaran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Eswaran speak?
Dr. Eswaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hepatologist like Dr. Eswaran typically treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Eswaran 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. Eswaran. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
What procedures does a Hepatologist like Dr. Eswaran typically perform?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Eswaran 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. Eswaran. 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:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Eswaran accept my insurance?
Dr. Eswaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Eswaran accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Eswaran in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Indiana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Eswaran's office located?
What is Dr. Eswaran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Eswaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134141039.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eswaran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Eswaran
What is Dr. Sheila Eswaran's specialty?
Dr. Eswaran is a Hepatologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Hepatologist do?
Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case.
Is this Dr. Sheila Eswaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Eswaran is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center 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
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Is Sheila Eswaran accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Sheila Eswaran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheila Eswaran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Eswaran's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sheila Eswaran?
Please contact Dr. Eswaran's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sheila Eswaran have?
Dr. Sheila Eswaran is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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