Shama R. Mehta
17850 Kedzie Ave, Ste 3500, 
Hazel Crest, IL 

Overview

Shama Mehta is a Gastroenterologist in Hazel Crest, Illinois. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastritis, and Diverticular Disease.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Residency

Indiana University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology

Fellowships

Northshore University Health System, Gastroenterology

Hospital Affiliations

Advocate Trinity Hospital
Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
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  • POS
  • PPO
Celtic
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • PPO
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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  • PPO
Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
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  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Simply Healthcare
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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Locations

Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology
17850 Kedzie Ave, Ste 3500, Hazel Crest, IL 60429
Other Locations
Advocate Medical Group Orland Park
9550 W 167th St, Orland Park, IL 60467

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Mehta has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shama R. Mehta

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shama R. Mehta?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Shama R. Mehta by calling their office at 708-957-4011. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Shama R. Mehta a top-rated expert for Hemorrhoids?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shama R. Mehta is classified as an Experienced expert for Hemorrhoids, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Shama R. Mehta specialize in?

While Dr. Shama R. Mehta is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Gastritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Shama R. Mehta participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Shama R. Mehta has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hemorrhoids. You can view a list of Dr. Shama R. Mehta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Shama R. Mehta accept my insurance?

Dr. Shama R. Mehta accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 708-957-4011 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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