27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Deforest, Family Medicine Specialist in Beecher, IL?
Dr. John Deforest, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Beecher, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Deforest is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deforest’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deforest’s office at (708) 946-9330.
What languages does Dr. Deforest speak?
Dr. Deforest and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Deforest typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Deforest 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. Deforest. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Deforest typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Deforest may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Deforest's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Deforest accept my insurance?
Dr. Deforest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 946-9330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Deforest accept in Beecher, IL?
Dr. Deforest in Beecher, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Deforest's office located?
What is Dr. Deforest's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deforest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003842964.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deforest?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deforest
What is Dr. John Deforest's specialty?
Dr. Deforest is a Family Medicine Specialist near Beecher, 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 this Dr. John Deforest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deforest is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Olympia Fields Hospital, Riverside Medical Center - Kankakee, Il, Franciscan Health Dyer 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Deforest accepting new patients in Beecher, IL?
Yes, Dr. John Deforest is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Deforest offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deforest's office at (708) 946-9330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Deforest?
Please contact Dr. Deforest's office at (708) 946-9330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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