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Dr. Alan Rakoff, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Canton, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rakoff, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Canton, IL?

    Dr. Alan Rakoff, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Canton, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rakoff completed his residency at Osf St Francis Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Rakoff is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rakoff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rakoff’s office at (303) 306-7783.

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

    • Residency: Osf St Francis Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine

    Is Dr. Rakoff board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Rakoff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rakoff speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alan Rakoff may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rakoff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rakoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 306-7783 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rakoff accept in Canton, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rakoff's office located?

    Dr. Alan Rakoff's Primary Practice

    210 W Walnut St

    Canton, IL 61520

    (303) 306-7783

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    Dr. Alan Rakoff's Practice 2

    435 Maxine Dr Ste 3

    Morton, IL 61550

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    Dr. Alan Rakoff's Practice 3

    3333 N Seminary St

    Galesburg, IL 61401

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

    Dr. Rakoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801873328.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rakoff?

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

    What is Dr. Alan Rakoff's specialty?

    Dr. Rakoff is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Canton, 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. Alan Rakoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rakoff is affiliated with Graham Hospital, Hopedale Medical Complex, Osf Healthcare Saint Francis Medical Center 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. Alan Rakoff accepting new patients in Canton, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Rakoff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Rakoff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rakoff's office at (303) 306-7783 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alan Rakoff?

    Please contact Dr. Rakoff's office at (303) 306-7783 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rakoff's office located?

    Dr. Rakoff's offices are located in Canton, IL, Morton, IL, and Galesburg, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Rakoff have?

    Dr. Alan Rakoff is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.