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Dr. Salman Sheikh, MD

Dr. Salman Sheikh, MD

Pulmonologist, Critical Care Internist, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist

Aurora, IL

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sheikh, Pulmonologist in Aurora, IL?

    Dr. Salman Sheikh, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sheikh completed his residency at State University of New York - Internal Medicine. Dr. Sheikh is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheikh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheikh’s office.

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

    • Fellowship: State University of New York - Pulmonary Critical Care Med

    • Residency: State University of New York - Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Dow Medical College, Pakistan (Education)

    Is Dr. Sheikh board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Salman Sheikh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sheikh speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sheikh typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sheikh 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. Sheikh. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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 Pulmonologist like Dr. Sheikh typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Salman Sheikh may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sheikh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sheikh accept in Aurora, IL?

    Dr. Sheikh in Aurora, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Zing Health

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    Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?

    Dr. Salman Sheikh's Primary Practice

    2088 Ogden Ave Ste 250

    Aurora, IL 60504

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    Dr. Salman Sheikh's Practice 2

    1700 W Van Buren St

    Chicago, IL 60612

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

    Dr. Sheikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396753083.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheikh?

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

    What is Dr. Salman Sheikh's specialty?

    Dr. Sheikh is a Pulmonologist near Aurora, IL.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Salman Sheikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sheikh is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola, 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Salman Sheikh accepting new patients in Aurora, IL?

    No, Dr. Salman Sheikh is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Salman Sheikh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Salman Sheikh?

    Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?

    Dr. Sheikh's offices are located in Aurora, IL and Chicago, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Salman Sheikh have?

    Dr. Salman Sheikh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.