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Dr. Steve Vulich, DO

Palos Heights, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vulich, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Palos Heights, IL?

    Dr. Steve Vulich, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vulich graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed his residency at Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vulich is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vulich’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vulich’s office at (708) 923-5800.

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

    • Residency: Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

    What languages does Dr. Vulich speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Vulich treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vulich 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. Vulich. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Which procedures does Dr. Vulich perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Steve Vulich may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vulich's office.

    Does Dr. Vulich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vulich 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. Vulich accept in Palos Heights, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

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    Where is Dr. Vulich's office located?

    Dr. Steve Vulich's Primary Practice

    12251 S 80th Ave

    Palos Heights, IL 60463

    (708) 923-5800

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    Dr. Steve Vulich's Practice 2

    333 Madison St

    Joliet, IL 60435

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

    Dr. Vulich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922008242.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vulich?

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

    What is Dr. Steve Vulich's specialty?

    Dr. Vulich is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Palos Heights, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Vulich to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Steve Vulich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vulich is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Steve Vulich accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Steve Vulich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steve Vulich offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Steve Vulich?

    Please contact Dr. Vulich's office at (708) 923-5800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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