19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Sharma, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Samir Sharma, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Joliet, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Sharma completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Anesthesiology; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sharma is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharma’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharma’s office.
Where did Dr. Sharma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Anesthesiology; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sharma speak?
Dr. Sharma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Sharma treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Hip Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Trochanteric Bursitis
- Inflamed hip bursa
- Hip joint inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7060: Trochanteric bursitis, unspecified hip
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Spinal Disc Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Back Disc Problems
- Spinal Disc Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- M519: Unspecified thoracic, thoracolumbar and lumbosacral intervertebral disc disorder
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19079: Primary osteoarthritis, unspecified ankle and foot
Which procedures does Dr. Sharma perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Samir Sharma may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sharma's office.
Does Dr. Sharma accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma accept in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Sharma in Joliet, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareGuard
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fox Insurance Company
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?
What is Dr. Sharma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043233554.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharma
What is Dr. Samir Sharma's specialty?
Dr. Sharma is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Joliet, IL. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Sharma to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samir Sharma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sharma is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
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Is Samir Sharma accepting new patients in Joliet, IL?
Yes, Dr. Samir Sharma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samir Sharma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharma's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samir Sharma?
Please contact Dr. Sharma's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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