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Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar, MD

Nephrologist

Chicago, IL

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Senthilkumar, Nephrologist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Senthilkumar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Senthilkumar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Senthilkumar’s office at (773) 484-4330.

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

    • Medical School: Chengalpattu Medical College

    Is Dr. Senthilkumar board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Senthilkumar speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Senthilkumar typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Senthilkumar 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. Senthilkumar. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3
    • CKD Stage 3b

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Senthilkumar typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Senthilkumar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Senthilkumar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Senthilkumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 484-4330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Senthilkumar accept in Chicago, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Senthilkumar's office located?

    Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar's Primary Practice

    2222 W Division St Ste 210

    Chicago, IL 60622

    (773) 484-4330

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    Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar's Practice 2

    1616 Grand Ave Ste A

    Waukegan, IL 60085

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    Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar's Practice 3

    1160 Park Ave W Ste 5N

    Highland Park, IL 60035

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

    Dr. Senthilkumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063618460.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Senthilkumar?

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

    What is Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar's specialty?

    Dr. Senthilkumar 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 Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Senthilkumar is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Advocate Condell Medical Center, Advocate Good Shepherd 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

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    Is Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Senthilkumar's office at (773) 484-4330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar?

    Please contact Dr. Senthilkumar's office at (773) 484-4330 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Senthilkumar's office located?

    Dr. Senthilkumar's offices are located in Chicago, IL, Waukegan, IL, and Highland Park, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar have?

    Dr. Arouna Senthilkumar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.