20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gonsalves, Gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nirmala Gonsalves, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Gonsalves graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed her residency at Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Gonsalves is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonsalves’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonsalves’s office at (312) 695-3800.
Where did Dr. Gonsalves go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Feinberg School of Medicine
Residency: Feinberg School of Medicine
Medical School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
What languages does Dr. Gonsalves speak?
Dr. Gonsalves and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Gonsalves typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Gonsalves 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. Gonsalves. 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:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1319: Other dysphagia
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 a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Gonsalves typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Gonsalves 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. Gonsalves. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- Upper Endoscopy with Tube Placement
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
- EGD with Catheter Insertion
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Tube
- Flexible Endoscopy for Tube Placement
CPT Codes:
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
- 43241: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of intraluminal tube or catheter
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Esophageal Balloon Distension Study
- Esophageal distension test
- Balloon provocation test
- Esophageal pain study
CPT Codes:
- 91040: Esophageal balloon distension study, diagnostic, with provocation when performed
Does Dr. Gonsalves accept my insurance?
Dr. Gonsalves accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gonsalves accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Gonsalves in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Indiana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gonsalves' office located?
Dr. Nirmala Gonsalves' Primary Practice
675 N Saint Clair St
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 695-3800
What is Dr. Gonsalves's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gonsalves's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326038712.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonsalves?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gonsalves
What is Dr. Nirmala Gonsalves's specialty?
Dr. Gonsalves is a Gastroenterologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Nirmala Gonsalves affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gonsalves is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee 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 Nirmala Gonsalves accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Nirmala Gonsalves is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nirmala Gonsalves offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gonsalves's office at (312) 695-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nirmala Gonsalves?
Please contact Dr. Gonsalves's office at (312) 695-3800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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