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Dr. Dana Vlachos, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Oak Lawn, IL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Vlachos, Family Medicine Specialist in Oak Lawn, IL?

    Dr. Dana Vlachos, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vlachos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vlachos’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vlachos’s office at (708) 350-6440.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vlachos?

    Dr. Dana Vlachos, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Vlachos empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Oak Lawn, IL community, Dr. Vlachos is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Vlachos speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vlachos typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vlachos 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. Vlachos. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vlachos typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dana Vlachos may include:

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

    Does Dr. Vlachos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vlachos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 350-6440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vlachos accept in Oak Lawn, IL?

    Dr. Vlachos in Oak Lawn, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Vlachos' office located?

    Dr. Dana Vlachos' Primary Practice

    9555 S 52nd Ave

    Oak Lawn, IL 60453

    (708) 350-6440

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    Dr. Dana Vlachos' Practice 2

    4140 Southwest Hwy

    Hometown, IL 60456

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    Dr. Dana Vlachos' Practice 3

    18210 La Grange Rd Ste 200

    Tinley Park, IL 60487

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    What hospitals are Dr. Vlachos affiliated with?

    Dr. Vlachos has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Advocate Christ Medical Center,Oak Lawn, IL

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

    Dr. Vlachos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578981205.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vlachos?

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

    What is Dr. Dana Vlachos's specialty?

    Dr. Vlachos is a Family Medicine Specialist near Oak Lawn, IL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Dana Vlachos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Vlachos is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Advocate Christ Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Dana Vlachos accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Dana Vlachos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dana Vlachos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vlachos' office at (708) 350-6440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dana Vlachos?

    Please contact Dr. Vlachos' office at (708) 350-6440 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vlachos' office located?

    Dr. Vlachos' offices are located in Oak Lawn, IL, Hometown, IL, and Tinley Park, IL.