Gastroenterologists Accepting First Health in Chicago, ILPage 3
48 verified gastroenterologists in Chicago, Illinois accept First Health. Profiles cover focus areas including Celiac Disease, Clinical Hepatology, and Hepatology (GI). Common hospital affiliations include St. Alexius Medical Center, Hoffman Estates, IL, Aurora Health, and Ascension Saint Alexius.


Aashesh Verma, M.D.
Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Chicago, IL10+ years7+ pubs
Celiac Disease


Sheila Eswaran, M.D.
Gastroenterology
Chicago, IL20+ years70+ pubs
Clinical Hepatology


Dempsey Hughes, M.D.
Gastroenterology
Chicago, IL10+ years25+ pubs
Clinical HepatologyHepatology (GI)


Sarang Thaker, MD, MS
Assistant Professor
Gastroenterology
Chicago, IL10+ years30+ pubs
Clinical HepatologyHepatology (GI)


John Venetos, M.D.
Gastroenterology
Chicago, IL30+ years3+ pubs
Hepatology (GI)


Michael Flicker, M.D.
Section Chief, Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Chicago, IL20+ years
Inflammatory Bowel Disease


Richard Bone, M.D.
Senior Medical Director of Population Health, Advocate Aurora Medical Group; GI Service Line Leader, Illinois
Gastroenterology
Chicago, IL30+ years
Clinical Hepatology


Mona Lalehzari, MD
Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Chicago, IL9 years2+ pubs
Hepatology (GI)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know these gastroenterologists accept First Health?
Each profile on this page lists First Health among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What First Health plans do these gastroenterologists accept?
Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact First Health plans they've published as accepted.
What should I look for when picking a gastroenterologist that takes First Health?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Celiac Disease, Clinical Hepatology, and Hepatology (GI). Then verify the specific First Health plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.
Are these gastroenterologists accepting new patients?
Profile detail on availability varies. Open a specific profile to see what each provider has published about new-patient access and typical wait times.