General Surgeons in Illinois
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2,495
General Surgeons
100%
Accepting patients
77%
Most common: MD
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Specialty: general-surgeonState: IL
About general surgeons in Illinois
Illinois is home to 2,495 licensed general surgeons, one of the larger general surgeon workforces in the country. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (77%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 7%.
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine train general surgeons in the state. Notable hospitals include Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Rush University Medical Center, and University of Chicago Medical Center. Health systems such as Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health, and OSF HealthCare employ many of the state's general surgeons.
52% accept Medicare. Patients with Illinois Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all general surgeons participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, centene, qhp-44228, and qhp-54192.
Chicago's medical district is one of the largest concentrations of healthcare facilities in the world, spanning multiple hospital campuses.
Frequently asked questions about general surgeons in Illinois
Illinois has 2,495 licensed general surgeons. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of general surgeons in Illinois are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among general surgeons in Illinois include unitedhealthcare, medicare, centene, qhp-44228, and qhp-54192. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
A surgical consultation copay is $40 to $75. Hernia repair costs $3,000 to $7,000 (facility + surgeon). Gallbladder removal runs $5,000 to $12,000. Appendectomy costs $5,000 to $15,000. Actual costs in Illinois depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Surgical costs involve multiple bills: surgeon fee, anesthesiologist fee, facility fee, pathology, and possibly assistant surgeon. Ask for a bundled estimate in advance. Out-of-network anesthesiologists at in-network facilities are a common surprise bill.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Illinois has 2,495 general surgeons. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Illinois, 77% hold the MD credential and 7% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
52% of general surgeons in Illinois accept Medicare. Medicare Part B covers surgical consultations, and Part A covers inpatient surgical procedures. The surgeon's fee, anesthesia, and facility charges are typically separate bills. Standard deductible and coinsurance apply. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some general surgeons in Illinois accept Illinois Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers medically necessary surgeries. Prior authorization is often required. Coverage includes the surgeon fee, facility, and anesthesia. Verify your plan covers the specific facility. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Illinois Medicaid participation before scheduling.
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Insurance & General Surgeon coverage
Top accepted carriers in Illinois include unitedhealthcare, medicare, centene, qhp-44228, and qhp-54192.
Surgical consultations and procedures are covered under medical insurance. Most surgeries require prior authorization. Verify that both the surgeon and the surgical facility (hospital or ambulatory surgery center) are in-network. Ambulatory surgery centers often have lower facility fees than hospitals for the same procedure. Ask about total estimated costs including surgeon, facility, and anesthesia fees.
