Compare 3 hospitalists in Riverside, IL. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Hospitalists
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Accepting patients
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Most common: MD
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Riverside has 3 hospitalists. The most common credential is MD (67%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Nearby hospitals include Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Rush University Medical Center, and University of Chicago Medical Center. Local training programs run through Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.
The most commonly accepted carriers among Riverside hospitalists include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-89364, and qhp-73751. 67% accept Medicare.
The hospitalist will introduce themselves, review your symptoms and medical history, and explain the plan for your hospital stay. They round on your room daily (often in the morning), order tests, adjust medications, and call in specialists as needed. They are available throughout the day if your condition changes. Before discharge, they will review your medications, follow-up appointments, and what to watch for at home.
You do not choose to see a hospitalist. If you are admitted to the hospital, a hospitalist is typically assigned to your care. They manage acute conditions (pneumonia, heart failure exacerbations, blood clots, post-surgical complications, uncontrolled diabetes), coordinate with specialists, and plan your discharge. Some hospitals also have hospitalists in their observation units and emergency departments.
Hospitalist daily fee: $200-500 (included in hospital charges) · Hospital stay (average): $2,000-5,000/day · ICU stay: $5,000-10,000+/day
Riverside, IL has 3 licensed hospitalists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of hospitalists in Riverside, IL 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 hospitalists in Riverside, IL include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-89364, qhp-73751, and qhp-57845. 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.
Hospitalist daily fees are $200 to $500 (included in hospital charges). The average hospital stay costs $2,000 to $5,000 per day. ICU stays run $5,000 to $10,000 or more per day. Actual costs in Riverside, IL depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Hospital bills include facility charges, physician charges, and charges from any consulting specialists. Review your itemized bill carefully. The No Surprises Act prevents surprise billing from out-of-network hospitalists at in-network hospitals.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Riverside, IL has 3 hospitalists. 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 Riverside, IL, 67% hold the MD credential and 33% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
67% of hospitalists in Riverside, IL accept Medicare. Medicare covers hospitalist services as part of inpatient hospital benefits under Part A. Daily physician charges are included in the overall hospital bill. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Top accepted carriers in Riverside, IL include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-89364, qhp-73751, and qhp-57845.
Hospitalist services are part of your hospital stay and covered under your inpatient benefits. You may receive separate bills from the hospital, the hospitalist, and any consulting specialists. The No Surprises Act protects you from out-of-network hospitalist billing at in-network facilities. Review your Explanation of Benefits (EOB) carefully after a hospital stay and question any unexpected charges.