Summary

Dr. Samir Kakodkar is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center, building a strong foundation in comprehensive adult healthcare.

Dr. Kakodkar is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and practices in Park Ridge, Illinois, as well as Chicago, Illinois. He specializes in treating conditions such as hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and diverticular disease. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures to help diagnose and monitor digestive health concerns. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Samir Kakodkar has 2 locations

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

1775 Dempster StPark Ridge, IL 60068

Rush University Medical Center

1653 W Congress PkwyChicago, IL 60612

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Dr. Samir Kakodkar, MDOmar Oliveros, MDDr. Elizabeth Nodine, MDDr. Bonnie Tse, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
3.7 
30 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Park Ridge , ILBerwyn , ILWaukegan , ILChicago , IL
Med School: NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY THE FEINBERG SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Universidad Libre De Colombia Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Samir Kakodkar

  • Advocate Health Care
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Community Health Group
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Network Health Plan
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Zing Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Samir Kakodkar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Samir Kakodkar has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY THE FEINBERG SCHOOL OF MEDICINE.

NPI Number

Dr. Kakodkar's NPI number is 1164716577.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Samir Kakodkar accepting new patients?
Dr. Samir Kakodkar has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Samir Kakodkar affiliated with?
Dr. Samir Kakodkar is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.
Does Dr. Samir Kakodkar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Samir Kakodkar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Samir Kakodkar's office located?
Dr. Samir Kakodkar's office is located at 1775 Dempster St, Park Ridge, IL, 60068.
Does Dr. Samir Kakodkar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Samir Kakodkar accepts on their Vitals profile.

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