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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vager, Anesthesiologist in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Mikhail Vager, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Vager graduated from Central Medical College, completed his residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Anesthesiology; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Anesthesiology, and is currently affiliated with Department Of Veterans Affairs Hines Va Hospital. Dr. Vager is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vager’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vager’s office at (708) 923-8848.
Where did Dr. Vager go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Anesthesiology; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Anesthesiology
Medical School: Latvian Med Academy, Riga, Latvia (Fn: -) | Central Medical College | LATVIJAS U MED FAK RIGA
Is Dr. Vager board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Mikhail Vager, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Vager speak?
Dr. Vager and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Vager typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vager 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. Vager. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Vager typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vager performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Vager. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Vager accept my insurance?
Dr. Vager accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 923-8848 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vager accept in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Vager in Palos Heights, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Vager's office located?
Dr. Mikhail Vager's Primary Practice
12251 S 80th Ave
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 923-8848
What hospitals are Dr. Vager affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Vager has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Vager's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vager's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841221058.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vager?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vager
What is Dr. Mikhail Vager's specialty?
Dr. Vager is an Anesthesiologist near Palos Heights, IL.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is Dr. Mikhail Vager affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vager is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Memorial 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
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Is Dr. Mikhail Vager accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Mikhail Vager is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mikhail Vager offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vager's office at (708) 923-8848 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mikhail Vager?
Please contact Dr. Vager's office at (708) 923-8848 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Vager's office located?
Dr. Vager's offices are located in Palos Heights, IL, Hines, IL, and DeKalb, IL.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mikhail Vager have?
Dr. Mikhail Vager is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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