CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Hospitalist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Chaudhary Ahmed, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (773) 975-1600.
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ahmed treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypertensive Urgency
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Which procedures does Dr. Ahmed perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Chaudhary Ahmed may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ahmed's office.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 975-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ahmed 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)
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
Tria Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Chaudhary Ahmed's Primary Practice
836 W Wellington Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 975-1600
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144637380.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Chaudhary Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Hospitalist near Chicago, IL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Ahmed to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chaudhary Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, IL 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Chaudhary Ahmed accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Chaudhary Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chaudhary Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (773) 975-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chaudhary Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (773) 975-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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