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Dr. James Bajo, DO

Dr. James Bajo, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Chicago Heights, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bajo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chicago Heights, IL?

    Dr. James Bajo, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago Heights, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bajo completed his residency at Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, Emergency Medicine Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, General Practice. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, DO. Dr. Bajo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bajo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bajo’s office at (708) 756-1000.

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

    • Residency: Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, Emergency Medicine Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, General Practice

    What languages does Dr. Bajo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bajo typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bajo 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. Bajo. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bajo typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Bajo may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bajo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bajo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 756-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bajo accept in Chicago Heights, IL?

    Dr. Bajo in Chicago Heights, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bajo's office located?

    Dr. James Bajo's Primary Practice

    1423 Chicago Rd

    Chicago Heights, IL 60411

    (708) 756-1000

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    Dr. James Bajo's Practice 2

    301 W Homer St

    Michigan City, IN 46360

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    Dr. James Bajo's Practice 3

    1 Kish Hospital Dr

    DeKalb, IL 60115

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bajo affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Bajo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Northwestern Medicine Valley West Hospital,Sandwich, IL
    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL
    Rush Copley Medical Center,Aurora, IL

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Osteopathic Association, DO

    Member

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

    Dr. Bajo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679514335.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bajo?

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

    What is Dr. James Bajo's specialty?

    Dr. Bajo is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chicago Heights, IL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. James Bajo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bajo is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. James Bajo accepting new patients in Chicago Heights, IL?

    Yes, Dr. James Bajo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Bajo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bajo's office at (708) 756-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Bajo?

    Please contact Dr. Bajo's office at (708) 756-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bajo's office located?

    Dr. Bajo's offices are located in Chicago Heights, IL, Michigan City, IN, and DeKalb, IL.