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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vaca, Hospitalist in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Elizabeth Vaca, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vaca is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vaca’s office at (708) 684-8000.
What languages does Dr. Vaca speak?
Dr. Vaca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Vaca typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Vaca 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. Vaca. 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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Anaphylaxis
- Anaphylactic shock
- Severe allergy
- Life-threatening allergic reaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- T782XXA: Anaphylactic shock, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Vaca typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Vaca may include:
Please contact Dr. Vaca's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vaca accept my insurance?
Dr. Vaca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 684-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vaca accept in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Vaca in Oak Lawn, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vaca's office located?
What is Dr. Vaca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vaca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205464815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vaca
What is Dr. Elizabeth Vaca's specialty?
Dr. Vaca is a Hospitalist near Oak Lawn, 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. Elizabeth Vaca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vaca is affiliated with Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il), Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Vaca accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Vaca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Vaca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vaca's office at (708) 684-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Vaca?
Please contact Dr. Vaca's office at (708) 684-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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