Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Opilka, Family Medicine Specialist in Altamont, IL?
Dr. John Opilka, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Altamont, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Opilka graduated from University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at Carle Fndn Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Opilka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Opilka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Opilka’s office at (618) 483-6151.
Where did Dr. Opilka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carle Fndn Hosp, Family Medicine | Carle Foundation Hospital Program
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Opilka board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Opilka, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Opilka speak?
Dr. Opilka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Opilka typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Opilka 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. Opilka. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Opilka typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Opilka 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. Opilka. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Opilka accept my insurance?
Dr. Opilka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 483-6151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Opilka accept in Altamont, IL?
Dr. Opilka in Altamont, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Opilka's office located?
What is Dr. Opilka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Opilka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497715056.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Opilka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Opilka
What is Dr. John Opilka's specialty?
Dr. Opilka is a Family Medicine Specialist near Altamont, 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 Opilka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Opilka is affiliated with Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Hshs St. Anthony's 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 John Opilka accepting new patients in Altamont, IL?
Yes, Dr. John Opilka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Opilka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Opilka's office at (618) 483-6151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Opilka?
Please contact Dr. Opilka's office at (618) 483-6151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Opilka have?
Dr. John Opilka is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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