METRO CHICAGO SURGICAL ONCOLOGY LLC

Insurance acceptance can vary by location and individual provider within METRO CHICAGO SURGICAL ONCOLOGY LLC. 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 METRO CHICAGO SURGICAL ONCOLOGY LLC 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 14 providers across 7 locations, METRO CHICAGO SURGICAL ONCOLOGY LLC may have more appointment availability than smaller practices.

Most large medical groups like METRO CHICAGO SURGICAL ONCOLOGY LLC 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 METRO CHICAGO SURGICAL ONCOLOGY LLC. 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.

METRO CHICAGO SURGICAL ONCOLOGY LLC has admitting privileges at 20 hospitals:

• ADVOCATE GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL
• ADVOCATE ILLINOIS MASONIC MEDICAL CENTER
• ADVOCATE LUTHERAN GENERAL HOSPITAL
• ALEXIAN BROTHERS MEDICAL CENTER 1
• AMITA HEALTH RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER
• COMMUNITY FIRST MEDICAL CENTER
• HUMBOLDT PARK HEALTH
• LORETTO HOSPITAL
• LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
• MACNEAL HOSPITAL
• NORTHSHORE UNIVERSITY HEALTHSYSTEM - EVANSTON HOSPITAL
• NORTHWEST COMMUNITY HOSPITAL 1
• PRESENCE SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL
• PRESENCE SAINT JOSEPH HOSPITAL - CHICAGO
• PRESENCE SAINTS MARY AND ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER
• ST ALEXIUS MEDICAL CENTER
• SWEDISH HOSPITAL
• THOREK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
• UCHICAGO MEDICINE ADVENTHEALTH GLENOAKS
• WEST SUBURBAN MEDICAL CENTER

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