Dr. Ankur Sharma

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 16+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Ankur Sharma, MD, is a Nephrology specialist in Joliet, Illinois. He attended and graduated from medical school in 2008, having over 16 years of diverse experience, especially in Nephrology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Edward Hospital, Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers, Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center, Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers. Dr. Ankur Sharma also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Northeast Nephrology Consultants Ltd. Dr. Ankur Sharma accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (815) 744-5550 to request Dr. Ankur Sharma the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 815 N Larkin Ave
Joliet, IL 60435-3440

Phone 1: (815) 744-5550
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Ankur Sharma
Gender Male
PECOS ID 8325262850
Sole Proprietor Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Nephrology (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 16 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Ankur Sharma graduated from medical school in 2008.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1316177587
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2009
  • NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Ankur Sharma

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Ankur Sharma has been primarily specialized in Nephrology for over 16 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Nephrology
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    Nephrology
    An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
  • Student, Health Care / Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
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    Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
    An individual who is enrolled in an organized health care education/training program leading to a degree, certification, registration, and/or licensure to provide health care.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Northeast Nephrology Consultants Ltd


Practice Locations

815 N Larkin Ave
Joliet, IL 60435-3440
Phone: (815) 744-5550
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Tuesday, March 20, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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