Kunal Kochar, MD

Colon & Rectal Surgery

Kunal Kochar is a Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist based in Park Ridge, IL with over 26 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(847) 759-1110Park Ridge, IL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Kunal Kochar, MD has practiced colon & rectal surgery for 26+ years, working in independent practice. With 26+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Park Ridge area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 72% of reporting doctors in Illinois
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 15 Colon & Rectal Surgery providers in ILSee all Colon & Rectal Surgery in Park Ridge26+ years experienceNPI since 2010

Older · 1608dNPPES updated 2021-12-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1550 N Northwest Hwy Ste 107, Park Ridge, IL 60068-1458

Fax: (847) 759-8273
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 (+8%)57%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Cancer
Higher than avg (+22%)43%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+4%)36%

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

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
34%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%
Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-3%)31%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
30%

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

US avg: 29.6%
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 · Dec 27, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 26 years in practice

    Experienced

Colon & Rectal SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.

Taxonomy: 208C00000X

Virtual Colon & Rectal Surgery Care With Kunal Kochar

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kunal Kochar

NPI records show Dr. Kochar as active with telehealth listed in Park Ridge, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (847) 759-1110.

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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