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Dr. Tam Thai, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Tam Thai, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thai completed his residency at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Program. Dr. Thai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thai’s office at (708) 923-5800.

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

    • Residency: Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Program

    What languages does Dr. Thai speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Schizoaffective Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
    • Affective psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use
    • Alcohol
    • Drinking alcohol
    • Alcohol consumption
    • Alcohol intake

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1090: Alcohol use, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Opioid consumption
    • Taking opioids
    • Opioid intake

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tam Thai may include:

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

    Does Dr. Thai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 923-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thai's office located?

    Dr. Tam Thai's Primary Practice

    1044 N Francisco Ave

    Chicago, IL 60622

    (708) 923-5800

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    Dr. Tam Thai's Practice 2

    500 Remington Blvd

    Bolingbrook, IL 60440

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    Dr. Tam Thai's Practice 3

    1901 W Harrison St

    Chicago, IL 60612

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

    Dr. Thai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972503563.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thai?

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

    What is Dr. Tam Thai's specialty?

    Dr. Thai is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chicago, 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. Tam Thai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thai is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Rush University Medical Center, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health Elmhurst 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. Tam Thai accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Tam Thai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tam Thai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thai's office at (708) 923-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tam Thai?

    Please contact Dr. Thai's office at (708) 923-5800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thai's office located?

    Dr. Thai's offices are located in Chicago, IL and Bolingbrook, IL.