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Dr. Sammy Nawas, MD

Dr. Sammy Nawas, MD

Thoracic Surgeon, Surgeon

Chicago Ridge, IL

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nawas, Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago Ridge, IL?

    Dr. Sammy Nawas, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago Ridge, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Nawas graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Nawas is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nawas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nawas’s office at (708) 346-4065.

    Where did Dr. Nawas go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nawas board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Sammy Nawas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Nawas speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Nawas typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Nawas 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. Nawas. 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:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer
    • Right lower lobe lung cancer
    • Left lower lobe lung cancer
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Nawas typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Nawas performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nawas. 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:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Cell Sample
    • Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lung or Chest Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous lung biopsy
    • Mediastinum core needle biopsy
    • Image-guided lung biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Thoracoscopy with Lymph Node Removal
    • VATS Lymphadenectomy
    • Mediastinal Lymph Node Dissection
    • Thoracic Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 32674: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with mediastinal and regional lymphadenectomy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Also known as:

    • Thoracic Lymph Node Removal (Thoracotomy)
    • Mediastinal Lymphadenectomy
    • Regional Lymph Node Dissection Chest
    • Chest Lymph Node Surgery
    • Thoracotomy for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38746: Thoracic lymphadenectomy by thoracotomy, mediastinal and regional lymphadenectomy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Nawas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nawas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 346-4065 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Nawas in Chicago Ridge, 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)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nawas' office located?

    Dr. Sammy Nawas' Primary Practice

    10604 Southwest Hwy Ste 101

    Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

    (708) 346-4065

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    Dr. Sammy Nawas' Practice 2

    214 McHenry Rd

    Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

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    Dr. Sammy Nawas' Practice 3

    3815 Highland Ave

    Downers Grove, IL 60515

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

    Dr. Nawas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134114812.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nawas?

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

    What is Dr. Sammy Nawas's specialty?

    Dr. Nawas is a Thoracic Surgeon near Chicago Ridge, IL.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is Dr. Sammy Nawas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nawas is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Osf Healthcare Little Company Of Mary Medical Center, Silver Cross Hospital, Baptist Health Hardin 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 a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Sammy Nawas accepting new patients in Chicago Ridge, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Sammy Nawas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sammy Nawas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nawas' office at (708) 346-4065 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sammy Nawas?

    Please contact Dr. Nawas' office at (708) 346-4065 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nawas' office located?

    Dr. Nawas' offices are located in Chicago Ridge, IL, Buffalo Grove, IL, and Downers Grove, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sammy Nawas have?

    Dr. Sammy Nawas is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.