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Dr. Safwat Eskandar, MD

Oak Lawn, IL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Eskandar, Anesthesiologist in Oak Lawn, IL?

    Dr. Safwat Eskandar, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Eskandar is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eskandar’s office at (708) 684-5745.

    Is Dr. Eskandar board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Safwat Eskandar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Eskandar speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Eskandar typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Eskandar 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. Eskandar. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Intestinal Diverticula
    • Pouches in Intestine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5790: Diverticulosis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Eskandar typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Eskandar 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. Eskandar. 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Eskandar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Eskandar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 684-5745 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Eskandar accept in Oak Lawn, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Eskandar's office located?

    Dr. Safwat Eskandar's Primary Practice

    4440 W 95th St

    Oak Lawn, IL 60453

    (708) 684-5745

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    Dr. Safwat Eskandar's Practice 2

    1 Kish Hospital Dr

    DeKalb, IL 60115

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    What hospitals are Dr. Eskandar affiliated with?

    Dr. Eskandar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Advocate Christ Medical Center,Oak Lawn, IL

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

    Dr. Eskandar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265494116.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eskandar?

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

    What is Dr. Safwat Eskandar's specialty?

    Dr. Eskandar is an Anesthesiologist near Oak Lawn, IL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Safwat Eskandar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Eskandar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Advocate Christ Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. Safwat Eskandar accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Safwat Eskandar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Safwat Eskandar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Eskandar's office at (708) 684-5745 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Safwat Eskandar?

    Please contact Dr. Eskandar's office at (708) 684-5745 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Eskandar's office located?

    Dr. Eskandar's offices are located in Oak Lawn, IL and DeKalb, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Safwat Eskandar have?

    Dr. Safwat Eskandar is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.