37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Usha, Medical Oncologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Lydia Usha, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Usha completed her residency at California Pacific Medical Center - Internal Medicine. Dr. Usha is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Usha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Usha’s office at (312) 942-5904.
Where did Dr. Usha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of IL at Chicago Hospitals and Clinic - Hematology/Oncology
Residency: California Pacific Medical Center - Internal Medicine
Medical School: St. Petersburg Institute of Public Health, Russia (Education)
Is Dr. Usha board certified in Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Lydia Usha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Usha speak?
Dr. Usha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Usha treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Usha 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. Usha. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Usha perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lydia Usha may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Usha's office.
Does Dr. Usha accept my insurance?
Dr. Usha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-5904 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Usha accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Usha in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Usha's office located?
What is Dr. Usha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Usha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336109693.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Usha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Usha
What is Dr. Lydia Usha's specialty?
Dr. Usha is a Medical Oncologist near Chicago, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Usha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lydia Usha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Usha is affiliated with RUSH University Medical Center 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 Lydia Usha accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Lydia Usha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lydia Usha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Usha's office at (312) 942-5904 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lydia Usha?
Please contact Dr. Usha's office at (312) 942-5904 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lydia Usha have?
Dr. Lydia Usha is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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