Carolyn M Bhakta, M.D.
Carolyn M Bhakta is a Surgery specialist based in Zion, IL with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Carolyn M Bhakta, M.D. practices as part of a group surgery specialist practice in Zion, IL. Trained at University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (class of 2010), she has been practicing for over 16 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include cancer, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
43
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practiceData Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
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 Cancer, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$66 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Carolyn M Bhakta's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2010
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 4, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
16 years in practice
Experienced
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 2010)
Virtual Surgery Care With Carolyn M Bhakta
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Carolyn M Bhakta for follow-up consultations, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Zion required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carolyn M Bhakta
NPI records show Dr. Bhakta as active with telehealth listed in Zion, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (847) 731-5641.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
2520 Elisha Ave, Zion, IL 60099-2676
Mailing Address
2520 Elisha Ave, Zion, IL 60099-2676
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