Summary

Dr. Denise Verges is a rheumatologist who earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She completed her residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 1990, followed by a fellowship at Rush University Medical Center in 1992. With nearly four decades of practice experience, Dr. Verges brings extensive expertise to treating complex inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. She provides care in English.

Dr. Verges practices at Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital in Lake Forest, Illinois. She specializes in managing rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, two conditions that affect the joints and spine. Her treatment approach includes physical therapy and manual therapy to help patients maintain mobility and reduce pain. Patients have given Dr. Verges an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 39 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Rush University Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 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

Office Location

Northwestern Primary Care - Lake Forest Hospital

800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 201Lake Forest, IL 60045

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Denise Verges, MDDr. Husna M Siddiqui, MDDr. Lynn Deutsch Meisles, MDDr. Elena Gogoneata, MD
RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
4.9 
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39 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English, Hindi, Urdu Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Russian, Spanish
Lake Forest , ILElgin , ILMelrose Park , ILWoodridge , IL
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Med School: Gulf Medical University, United Arab Emirates Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Carol Davila
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Denise Verges

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Denise Verges has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Denise Verges has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Fibromyalgia
  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Osteoporosis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Denise Verges 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

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Rush University Medical Center in 1992.

Residency

Completed their residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Denise Verges' NPI number is 1053376681.

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