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49 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rak, Neurosurgeon in Urbana, IL?
Dr. Richard Rak, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Urbana, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified. Dr. Rak completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Neurology; Wesley Pavillion, Neurological Surgery; Wesley Pavillion, General Surgery. Dr. Rak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rak’s office at (217) 383-3171.
Where did Dr. Rak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Neurology; Wesley Pavillion, Neurological Surgery; Wesley Pavillion, General Surgery
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity
Is Dr. Rak board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Rak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Rak speak?
Dr. Rak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Does Dr. Rak accept my insurance?
Dr. Rak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 383-3171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rak accept in Urbana, IL?
Dr. Rak in Urbana, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
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Where is Dr. Rak's office located?
What is Dr. Rak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366541112.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rak
What is Dr. Richard Rak's specialty?
Dr. Rak is a Neurosurgeon near Urbana, IL. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Rak to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Rak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rak is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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
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Is Richard Rak accepting new patients in Urbana, IL?
Yes, Dr. Richard Rak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Rak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rak's office at (217) 383-3171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Rak?
Please contact Dr. Rak's office at (217) 383-3171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Rak have?
Dr. Richard Rak is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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