Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aklilu, Medical Oncologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Mebea Aklilu, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Aklilu is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aklilu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aklilu’s office at (773) 296-7089.
Where did Dr. Aklilu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi
Is Dr. Aklilu board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Mebea Aklilu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Aklilu speak?
Dr. Aklilu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Aklilu typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Aklilu 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. Aklilu. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Aklilu typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Aklilu 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. Aklilu. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Aklilu accept my insurance?
Dr. Aklilu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 296-7089 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aklilu accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Aklilu in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Aklilu's office located?
Dr. Mebea Aklilu's Primary Practice
836 W Wellington Ave Ste G346
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 296-7089
What is Dr. Aklilu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aklilu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376527739.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aklilu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aklilu
What is Dr. Mebea Aklilu's specialty?
Dr. Aklilu is a Medical Oncologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Mebea Aklilu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aklilu is affiliated with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist 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
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Is Mebea Aklilu accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Mebea Aklilu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mebea Aklilu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aklilu's office at (773) 296-7089 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mebea Aklilu?
Please contact Dr. Aklilu's office at (773) 296-7089 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mebea Aklilu have?
Dr. Mebea Aklilu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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