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Dr. Donald Yakel, MD

Dr. Donald Yakel, MD

Interventional Cardiologist, Cardiologist

East Peoria, IL

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yakel, Interventional Cardiologist in East Peoria, IL?

    Dr. Donald Yakel, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in East Peoria, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Yakel is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yakel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yakel’s office.

    Where did Dr. Yakel go to medical school and complete their residency?

      Is Dr. Yakel board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?

      Yes, Dr. Donald Yakel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Yakel speak?

      Dr. Yakel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

      • English
      • Hindi
      • Spanish

      What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Yakel typically treat?

      As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Yakel 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. Yakel. 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.

      Also known as:

      • High Blood Pressure
      • Hypertension
      • Primary Hypertension
      • Essential Hypertension

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

      Also known as:

      • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
      • Atherosclerosis
      • Coronary Artery Disease
      • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
      • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

      Also known as:

      • Heart Murmur
      • Congenital Heart Defects
      • Heart Valve Disease
      • Cardiac murmur
      • Abnormal heart sound
      • Heart sound abnormality

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Chest Pain
      • Chest discomfort
      • Thoracic pain
      • Upper body pain

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

      What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Yakel typically perform?

      As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Yakel may include:

      Please contact Dr. Yakel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

      Does Dr. Yakel accept my insurance?

      Dr. Yakel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Yakel accept in East Peoria, IL?

      Dr. Yakel in East Peoria, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Medicare

      • Molina Healthcare

      • Other Health Care Provider

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      Where is Dr. Yakel's office located?

      Dr. Donald Yakel's Primary Practice

      2535 E Washington St

      East Peoria, IL 61611

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      Dr. Donald Yakel's Practice 2

      901 W Walnut St

      Metamora, IL 61548

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      Dr. Donald Yakel's Practice 3

      5401 N Knoxville Ave

      Peoria, IL 61614

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      What is Dr. Yakel's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

      Dr. Yakel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568559359.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yakel?

      Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yakel

      What is Dr. Donald Yakel's specialty?

      Dr. Yakel is an Interventional Cardiologist near East Peoria, IL.

      What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?

      A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.

      Is Dr. Donald Yakel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Yakel is affiliated with Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Graham Hospital, Osf Healthcare St. Joseph Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

      Is Dr. Donald Yakel accepting new patients in East Peoria, IL?

      Yes, Dr. Donald Yakel is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Donald Yakel offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Yakel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Dr. Donald Yakel?

      Please contact Dr. Yakel's office to schedule an appointment.

      Where is Dr. Yakel's office located?

      Dr. Yakel's offices are located in East Peoria, IL, Metamora, IL, and Peoria, IL.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Yakel have?

      Dr. Donald Yakel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.