Question 1

How do I know these orthopaedic surgeons accept Kaiser Permanente?

Accepted Answer

Each profile on this page lists Kaiser Permanente among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Question 2

What Kaiser Permanente plans do these orthopaedic surgeons accept?

Accepted Answer

Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact Kaiser Permanente plans they've published as accepted.

Question 3

What should I look for when picking a orthopaedic surgeon that takes Kaiser Permanente?

Accepted Answer

Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Orthopaedic Trauma, Sports Medicine, and Hand & Upper Extremity. Then verify the specific Kaiser Permanente plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.

Question 4

How do I narrow this list to my city?

Accepted Answer

Use the city links below to drill into a specific market — coverage and wait times vary by region even within the same state.

Orthopaedic Surgeons Accepting Kaiser Permanente in Illinois

Philip Kregor, MD

Mark Neault, MD

Joshua Alpert, MD

Ellen Kroin, MD

Aric Christal, M.D.

Christopher Wahl, MD

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