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Orthopaedic Surgeons Accepting First Health in Illinois

210 verified orthopaedic surgeons in Illinois accept First Health. Profiles cover focus areas including Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Sports Medicine, and Musculoskeletal Oncology. Common hospital affiliations include Rush University Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

Nikhil Verma

Nikhil Verma, M.D.

Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery; Director, Division of Sports Medicine and Shoulder; Director, Sports Medicine Fellowship Program, Rush University Medical Center

Orthopaedics

Joliet, IL20+ years
Brian Cole

Brian Cole, M.D.

Acting Chair and Professor, Department of Orthopedics, Rush University Medical Center; Chair of Surgery, Rush Oak Park Hospital; Section Head, Cartilage Research and Restoration Center

Orthopaedics

Chicago, IL30+ years
Terrance Peabody

Terrance Peabody, MD

Chair, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Edwin Warner Ryerson Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Orthopaedics

Chicago, IL30+ years
Rajeev Jain

Rajeev Jain, MD

Orthopaedics

Dekalb, IL20+ years
Anish Kadakia

Anish Kadakia, MD

Potocsnak Family Professor in Orthopaedic Surgery, Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedics

Chicago, IL20+ years
James Hill

James Hill, MD

Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine

Orthopaedics

Chicago, IL30+ years
Shane Nho

Shane Nho, M.D.

Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery; Co-Director, Sports Medicine Fellowship Program; Director, Hip Preservation Center

Orthopaedics

Chicago, IL20+ years
Michael Harvey

Michael Harvey, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopaedics

Algonquin, IL10+ years
David Kalainov

David Kalainov, MD

Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Orthopaedics

Chicago, IL30+ years
John Sarwark

John Sarwark, MD

Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Orthopaedics

Chicago, IL
David Manning

David Manning, MD

Vice Chair, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery; Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedics

Burr Ridge, IL20+ years
Philip Kregor

Philip Kregor, MD

Director, Hip and Fracture Institute

Orthopaedics

Quincy, IL30+ years
Geoffrey Thiel

Geoffrey Thiel, MD

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Orthopaedics

Rockford, IL20+ years
John Grayhack

John Grayhack, MD

Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery (Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery), Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Orthopaedics

Chicago, IL
Craig Phillips

Craig Phillips, MD

Orthopaedics

Bannockburn, IL30+ years
Brian Schwartz

Brian Schwartz, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopaedics

Libertyville, IL15+ years
Jeffrey Goldstein

Jeffrey Goldstein, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopaedics

Park Ridge, IL15+ years
Vishal Mehta

Vishal Mehta, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopaedics

Elgin, IL20+ years
Guido Marra

Guido Marra, MD

Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine

Orthopaedics

Chicago, IL30+ years
Vehniah Tjong

Vehniah Tjong, MD

Associate Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University

Orthopaedics

Evanston, IL15+ years

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know these orthopaedic surgeons 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 orthopaedic surgeons 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 orthopaedic surgeon that takes First Health?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Sports Medicine, and Musculoskeletal Oncology. Then verify the specific First Health plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.
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