Summary

Dr. Beenish Hafiz is an internal medicine physician who specializes in rheumatology with 19 years of clinical experience. She earned her medical degree from Government Medical College Srinagar and completed her residency at Winthrop University Hospital. Her extensive background allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Dr. Hafiz is fluent in English and Urdu.

Dr. Hafiz practices at SIU Medicine Rheumatology in Springfield, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at Mercy Medical Center. She focuses on treating rheumatoid arthritis and chronic pain conditions that affect joints and muscles. Her expertise includes performing autoimmune disease testing and immunology evaluations to help diagnose and monitor inflammatory conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 19 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Urdu
  • Winthrop University Hospital
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

SIU Medicine Rheumatology

751 N Rutledge St Fl 2Springfield, IL 62702

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Beenish Hafiz, MDDr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-CDr. Firas Aubeid, MD, MBA, FACPMichael John Sabo
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineDiagnostic Radiology
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4.3 
19 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Urdu Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English
Springfield , ILMesquite , TXNew Lenox , ILSpringfield , IL
Med School: Government Medical College Srinagar Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Beenish Hafiz

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Healthlink
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Beenish Hafiz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Beenish Hafiz has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatology
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Beenish Hafiz holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Winthrop University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Government Medical College Srinagar in 2007.

NPI Number

Beenish Hafiz's NPI number is 1215296215.

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Which hospitals is Beenish Hafiz affiliated with?
Beenish Hafiz is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center.
Where is Beenish Hafiz's office located?
Beenish Hafiz's office is located at 751 N Rutledge St Fl 2, Springfield, IL, 62702.
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