Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Challa, Internist in Glen Ellyn, IL?
Dr. Pragathi Challa, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Glen Ellyn, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Challa graduated from Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College and completed her residency at Advocate Christ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Challa is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Challa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Challa’s office at (708) 364-0403.
Where did Dr. Challa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Christ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Advocate Christ Medical Center Program
Medical School: Sri Venkatesvara Medical College, Ntr University Health Science | Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College
Is Dr. Challa board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Pragathi Challa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Challa speak?
Dr. Challa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Challa typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Challa 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. Challa. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Challa typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Pragathi Challa 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. Challa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Challa accept my insurance?
Dr. Challa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 364-0403 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Challa accept in Glen Ellyn, IL?
Dr. Challa in Glen Ellyn, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Challa's office located?
Dr. Pragathi Challa's Primary Practice
430 Pennsylvania Ave
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
(708) 364-0403
What is Dr. Challa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Challa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033116066.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Challa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Challa
What is Dr. Pragathi Challa's specialty?
Dr. Challa is a Internist near Glen Ellyn, 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. Pragathi Challa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Challa is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Olympia Fields 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
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Is Pragathi Challa accepting new patients in Glen Ellyn, IL?
Yes, Dr. Pragathi Challa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pragathi Challa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Challa's office at (708) 364-0403 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pragathi Challa?
Please contact Dr. Challa's office at (708) 364-0403 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pragathi Challa have?
Dr. Pragathi Challa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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