THOREK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Insurance acceptance can vary by location and individual provider within THOREK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL. We recommend:

• Calling ahead to verify your specific insurance plan is accepted
• Checking with your insurance company's provider directory
• Asking about payment options if your insurance isn't accepted
• Inquiring about self-pay rates and payment plans

Important: Even if THOREK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL accepts your insurance, specialist services may require referrals or prior authorization.

Wait times can vary depending on the type of appointment and provider availability:

• Routine primary care: Usually 1-3 weeks for established patients
• Annual physicals: May need to book 2-8 weeks in advance
• Specialist appointments: Can range from 2-12 weeks depending on the specialty
• Urgent care: Same-day or next-day appointments often available

With 39 providers across 5 locations, THOREK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL may have more appointment availability than smaller practices.

Most large medical groups like THOREK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL offer online patient portals where you can:

• View test results and medical records
• Schedule appointments
• Message your healthcare team
• Request prescription refills
• Update your contact and insurance information

Ask about portal access during your first visit or call their main office to get set up with online access.

New patient acceptance can vary by individual provider and location within THOREK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL. Here's what to do:

• Call the specific location you're interested in
• Ask about new patient availability for your preferred provider type
• Inquire about wait lists if your preferred doctor isn't taking new patients
• Consider other providers within the group who may have availability

Large medical groups often have multiple providers in each specialty, increasing your chances of finding an available doctor.

THOREK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL has admitting privileges at 24 hospitals:

• ADVOCATE CONDELL MEDICAL CENTER
• ADVOCATE GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL
• ADVOCATE GOOD SHEPHERD HOSPITAL
• ADVOCATE ILLINOIS MASONIC MEDICAL CENTER
• ADVOCATE LUTHERAN GENERAL HOSPITAL
• AMITA HEALTH RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER
• COMMUNITY FIRST MEDICAL CENTER
• HSHS ST ELIZABETH'S HOSPITAL
• HUMBOLDT PARK HEALTH
• LORETTO HOSPITAL
• MT SINAI HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER
• NORTHSHORE UNIVERSITY HEALTHSYSTEM - EVANSTON HOSPITAL
• NORTHWEST COMMUNITY HOSPITAL 1
• NORTHWEST HEALTH-LA PORTE
• OSF LITTLE COMPANY OF MARY MEDICAL CENTER
• PRESENCE SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL
• PRESENCE SAINT JOSEPH HOSPITAL - CHICAGO
• PRESENCE SAINTS MARY AND ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER
• SAINT ANTHONY HOSPITAL
• SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL
• SWEDISH HOSPITAL
• THOREK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
• UCHICAGO MEDICINE ADVENTHEALTH GLENOAKS
• VISTA MEDICAL CENTER EAST

This network gives you access to specialized care while maintaining continuity with your primary medical team.