Summary

Dr. Darlene Lutchka specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and brings 24 years of experience to her practice. Dr. Lutchka is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Lutchka practices at locations in Carbondale, Illinois, including Shawnee Health Care Carbondale and is affiliated with SIH Saint Joseph Memorial Hospital and Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. She focuses on treating conditions such as obesity and weight management, including pediatric obesity, as well as high blood pressure. Her practice offers specialized services including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography for comprehensive eye health evaluation. Patients rate Dr. Lutchka 4.0 out of 5 stars for her care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 24 years of experience
  • 58 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Darlene Sue Lutchka has 2 locations

Shawnee Health Care Carbondale

400 S Lewis LnCarbondale, IL 62901
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale

405 W Jackson StCarbondale, IL 62901

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Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
24 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu
Carbondale , ILChicago , ILBolingbrook , ILLawrenceville , GA
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Darlene Sue Lutchka

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Dean Health Plan
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Health Alliance
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - POS
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Network Health Plan
  • PreferredOne
  • SIHO Insurance Services
  • SIHO Insurance Services - PPO
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HSA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Darlene Sue Lutchka has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Darlene Sue Lutchka has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Darlene Sue Lutchka holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Lutchka's NPI number is 1760429146.

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