Summary

Dr. Babak Mokhlesi is a pulmonologist and critical care medicine specialist who earned his medical degree from Universidad De Monterrey Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Weiss Memorial Hospital. With 32 years of experience in pulmonary and critical care medicine, he brings extensive expertise to treating complex respiratory conditions and managing critically ill patients. Dr. Mokhlesi is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

He practices at The University Of Chicago Medicine and Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Mokhlesi specializes in treating sleep disorders, particularly obstructive sleep apnea in both adults and children. His expertise includes conducting comprehensive sleep studies and polysomnograms to diagnose sleep-related breathing disorders. Patients have given Dr. Mokhlesi an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his specialized care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 32 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Weiss Memorial Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Babak Mokhlesi has 6 locations

The University Of Chicago Medicine

5841 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637

Rush University Medical Center

1725 W. Harrison St. Jelke 293Chicago, IL 60612

Rush University Medical Center

710 S Paulina St Ste 600Chicago, IL 60612
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

John H Stroger Jr Hospital Of Cook County

1969 W Ogden AveChicago, IL 60612

Rush University Medical Center

1620 W Harrison StChicago, IL 60612

Rush Pulmonary And Critical Care Medicine

1520 W HARRISON ST FL 6CHICAGO, IL 60607
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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32 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Chicago , ILCleveland , OHSalem , MAChicago , IL
Med School: Universidad De Monterrey Facultad De Medicina Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Masarykova Univerzita Lekarska Fakulta Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Georgia
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Babak Mokhlesi

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Babak Mokhlesi has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Babak Mokhlesi has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Narcolepsy
  • Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome
  • Pneumonia
  • Sleep Apnea (Sleep Apnea Syndromes)
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Weiss Memorial Hospital

Medical School

Universidad De Monterrey Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1994

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Babak Mokhlesi's office located?
Dr. Babak Mokhlesi's office is located at 5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637.
Is Dr. Babak Mokhlesi accepting new patients?
Dr. Babak Mokhlesi has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Babak Mokhlesi?
You can find contact information for Dr. Babak Mokhlesi here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Babak Mokhlesi accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Babak Mokhlesi accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Babak Mokhlesi affiliated with?
Dr. Babak Mokhlesi is affiliated with The University Of Chicago Medicine.

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