35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kassar, Endocrinologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Wahid Kassar, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Kassar graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Barnabas Hospital - New York. Dr. Kassar is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kassar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kassar’s office at (630) 866-3636.
Where did Dr. Kassar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Residency: St. Barnabas Hospital - New York
Medical School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kassar speak?
Dr. Kassar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Kassar treat?
As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Kassar 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. Kassar. 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kassar perform as a Endocrinologist?
As a Endocrinologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Wahid Kassar may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kassar's office.
Does Dr. Kassar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kassar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 866-3636 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kassar accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Kassar in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Kassar's office located?
Dr. Wahid Kassar's Primary Practice
7447 W Talcott Ave Ste 221
Chicago, IL 60631
(630) 866-3636
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Wahid Kassar an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Kassar has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Kassar, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Kassar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kassar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144203647.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kassar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kassar
What is Dr. Wahid Kassar's specialty?
Dr. Kassar is a Endocrinologist near Chicago, IL. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Kassar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wahid Kassar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kassar is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Munster, Saint Francis 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 Wahid Kassar accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Wahid Kassar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wahid Kassar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kassar's office at (630) 866-3636 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wahid Kassar?
Please contact Dr. Kassar's office at (630) 866-3636 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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