Ailda Nika, M.D.

Rheumatology Internal Medicine

Ailda Nika is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Chicago, IL with over 27 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(312) 563-2800Chicago, IL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Ailda Nika, M.D. has been part of the Chicago medical community since 2007 in group practice. With 27+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Chicago area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 63% of reporting doctors in Illinois
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 127 Internal Medicine providers in ILSee all Internal Medicine in Chicago27+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 1855dNPPES updated 2021-04-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1611 W Harrison St Suite 510, Chicago, IL 60612-4861

Fax: (312) 563-2075
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+14%)63%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+29%)47%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-1%)33%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-5%)27%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-7%)23%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
23%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Apr 27, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 27 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.

Taxonomy: 207RR0500X

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Ailda Nika

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Ailda Nika for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Chicago required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ailda Nika

Dr. Nika is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Chicago, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (312) 563-2800.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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