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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharif, Family Medicine Specialist in Downers Grove, IL?
Dr. Sitara Sharif, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Downers Grove, IL. She has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Sharif graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed her residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program. Dr. Sharif is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharif’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharif’s office at (630) 968-1700.
Where did Dr. Sharif go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program
Medical School: Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India | Osmania Medical College
Is Dr. Sharif board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sitara Sharif, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sharif speak?
Dr. Sharif and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharif typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sharif 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. Sharif. 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:
- 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharif typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sitara Sharif may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Sharif's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sharif accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharif accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 968-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharif accept in Downers Grove, IL?
Dr. Sharif in Downers Grove, 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
Centene Corporation
CHG Healthcare Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sharif's office located?
Ogden Medical Professional Building
4121 Fairview Ave Ste L2
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 968-1700
What is Dr. Sharif's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharif's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477590735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharif?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharif
What is Dr. Sitara Sharif's specialty?
Dr. Sharif is a Family Medicine Specialist near Downers Grove, IL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Sitara Sharif affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharif is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Sitara Sharif accepting new patients in Downers Grove, IL?
Yes, Dr. Sitara Sharif is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sitara Sharif offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharif's office at (630) 968-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sitara Sharif?
Please contact Dr. Sharif's office at (630) 968-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sitara Sharif have?
Dr. Sitara Sharif is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Sharif
Ogden Medical Professional Building
4121 Fairview Ave Ste L2
Downers Grove, IL 60515