Mandakini Pokharna, M.D.
Mandakini Pokharna is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Chicago, IL with over 41 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
Mandakini Pokharna, M.D. practices as part of a group internist practice in Chicago, IL. With 41+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Chicago area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 34% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2535 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, IL 60616
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here
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.
Board certified · Sep 28, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Mailing address
29373 Network Pl, Chicago, IL 60673-1293
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Mandakini Pokharna
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mandakini Pokharna for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care 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 Mandakini Pokharna
Dr. Pokharna 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) 842-7117.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mandakini Pokharna
Practice Location
2535 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, IL 60616
Mailing Address
29373 Network Pl, Chicago, IL 60673-1293
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