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Dr. Fatema Photowala, MD

Aurora, IL

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Photowala, Pulmonologist in Aurora, IL?

    Dr. Fatema Photowala, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, IL. She is board certified. Dr. Photowala graduated from Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College. Dr. Photowala is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Marathi, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Photowala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Photowala’s office at (630) 859-8700.

    Where did Dr. Photowala go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Photowala speak?

    Dr. Photowala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Gujarati

    • Hindi

    • Marathi

    What conditions does Dr. Photowala treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Photowala 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. Photowala. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Bronchitis
    • Long-term Bronchitis
    • Persistent Bronchitis
    • Inflamed Airways

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J42: Unspecified chronic bronchitis

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
    • Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
    • Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
    • Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Sleepiness
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Somnolence
    • Drowsiness
    • Feeling sleepy all the time
    • Hypersomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R400: Somnolence

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Does Dr. Photowala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Photowala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 859-8700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Photowala accept in Aurora, IL?

    Dr. Photowala in Aurora, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Photowala's office located?

    Dr. Fatema Photowala's Primary Practice

    1221 N Highland Ave

    Aurora, IL 60506

    (630) 859-8700

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    What is Dr. Photowala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Photowala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669674610.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Photowala?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Photowala

    What is Dr. Fatema Photowala's specialty?

    Dr. Photowala is a Pulmonologist near Aurora, IL. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Photowala to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Fatema Photowala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Photowala is affiliated with Advocate Good Samaritan 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

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    Is Fatema Photowala accepting new patients in Aurora, IL?

    No, Dr. Fatema Photowala is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fatema Photowala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Photowala's office at (630) 859-8700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Fatema Photowala?

    Please contact Dr. Photowala's office at (630) 859-8700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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