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Who is Dr. Sum, Anesthesiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. David Sum, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sum’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sum’s office.
What languages does Dr. Sum speak?
Dr. Sum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sum treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sum 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. Sum. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Sum perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Sum may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sum's office.
Does Dr. Sum accept my insurance?
Dr. Sum 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. Sum accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sum 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sum's office located?
What is Dr. Sum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477819258.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sum
What is Dr. David Sum's specialty?
Dr. Sum is a Anesthesiologist near Chicago, IL. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Sum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Sum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sum is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Advocate South Suburban Hospital, Community First Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Anesthesiologist?
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Is David Sum accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. David Sum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Sum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sum's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Sum?
Please contact Dr. Sum's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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