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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Bharat Shah, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Shah graduated from Medical College Baroda and completed his residency at Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (773) 271-6622.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Advocate Christ Medical Center Program
Medical School: Medical College Baroda
Is Dr. Shah board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bharat Shah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shah 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. Shah. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Bharat Shah may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Shah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 271-6622 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Shah 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 Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
What is Dr. Shah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568419570.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shah
What is Dr. Bharat Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Bharat Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Northwestern Memorial 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bharat Shah accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Bharat Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bharat Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (773) 271-6622 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bharat Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (773) 271-6622 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bharat Shah have?
Dr. Bharat Shah is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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