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Dr. Robert Vacek, MD
Wheaton, IL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vacek, Hospitalist in Wheaton, IL?
Dr. Robert Vacek, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Wheaton, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vacek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vacek’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vacek’s office at (630) 933-4700.
What languages does Dr. Vacek speak?
Dr. Vacek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Vacek typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Vacek diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Vacek. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Vacek typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Vacek may include:
Please contact Dr. Vacek's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vacek accept my insurance?
Dr. Vacek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 933-4700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vacek accept in Wheaton, IL?
Dr. Vacek in Wheaton, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vacek's office located?
What is Dr. Vacek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vacek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164480505.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vacek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vacek
What is Dr. Robert Vacek's specialty?
Dr. Vacek is a Hospitalist near Wheaton, IL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Robert Vacek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vacek is affiliated with Macneal Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Vacek accepting new patients in Wheaton, IL?
Yes, Dr. Robert Vacek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Vacek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vacek's office at (630) 933-4700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Vacek?
Please contact Dr. Vacek's office at (630) 933-4700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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