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Dr. Sunila Oconnor, MD

Pediatric Neurologist, Neurologist

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

    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.

    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:

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • HealthPartners

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Oconnor's office located?

    Lurie Childrens Hospital

    225 E Chicago Ave

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 227-0300

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    Dr. Sunila Oconnor's Practice 2

    2515 N Clark St Ste 8

    Chicago, IL 60614

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    What hospitals are Dr. Oconnor affiliated with?

    Dr. Oconnor has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago,Chicago, IL

    What is Dr. Oconnor's NPI number?A 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 Dr. Sunila Oconnor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Sunila Oconnor?

    Please contact Dr. Oconnor's office at (312) 227-0300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Oconnor's office located?

    Dr. Oconnor's office is located in Chicago, IL.