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Who is Dr. Oconnor, Pediatric Neurologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sunila Oconnor, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Oconnor is currently affiliated with Lurie Childrens Hospital. Dr. Oconnor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oconnor’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oconnor’s office at (312) 227-0300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Oconnor?
Dr. Sunila Oconnor, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Oconnor empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago, IL community, Dr. Oconnor is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Oconnor speak?
Dr. Oconnor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Oconnor typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Oconnor 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. Oconnor. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Intractable Generalized Epilepsy with Status Epilepticus
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Refractory generalized status epilepticus
- Drug-resistant continuous generalized seizures
- Severe generalized epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40411: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Also known as:
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
ICD-10 Codes:
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Abnormal EEG
- Irregular Electroencephalogram
- Unusual Brain Wave Test
- EEG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9401: Abnormal electroencephalogram [EEG]
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Oconnor typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sunila Oconnor may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Oconnor's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Oconnor accept my insurance?
Dr. Oconnor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oconnor accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Oconnor 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Oconnor's office located?
What is Dr. Oconnor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oconnor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417900168.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oconnor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oconnor
What is Dr. Sunila Oconnor's specialty?
Dr. Oconnor is a Pediatric Neurologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Sunila Oconnor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Oconnor is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. 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
When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Sunila Oconnor accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Sunila Oconnor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sunila Oconnor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oconnor's office at (312) 227-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sunila Oconnor?
Please contact Dr. Oconnor's office at (312) 227-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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