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Dr. Vikas Sharma, MD

Anesthesiologist, Hospitalist

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sharma, Anesthesiologist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Vikas Sharma, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sharma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharma’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Sharma speak?

    Dr. Sharma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sharma typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma. 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sharma typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vikas Sharma may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sharma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sharma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sharma accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Sharma in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    Dr. Vikas Sharma's Primary Practice

    2875 W 19th St

    Chicago, IL 60623

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    Dr. Vikas Sharma's Practice 2

    1044 N Francisco Ave

    Chicago, IL 60622

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sharma affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Sharma has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Saint Anthony Hospital - Chicago,Chicago, IL

    What is Dr. Sharma's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700817400.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharma?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharma

    What is Dr. Vikas Sharma's specialty?

    Dr. Sharma is an Anesthesiologist near Chicago, IL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Vikas Sharma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sharma is affiliated with Anderson Hospital 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Vikas Sharma accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Vikas Sharma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vikas Sharma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vikas Sharma?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

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