Summary

Dr. James Turk treats cerumen impaction, hearing loss, and hearing loss in children, and performs earwax removal, fiberoptic pharyngoscopy, and flexible laryngoscopy. He practices otolaryngology–head and neck surgery and plastic surgery and has 45 years of experience. Dr. Turk is affiliated with Northwest Health Porter in Valparaiso, Indiana. He completed his residency at the United States Naval Medical Center and earned his degree from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Turk 4.8 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 45 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • United States Naval Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Northwest Health Porter

85 E Us Highway 6Valparaiso, IN 46383

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Speaks English Speaks Polish, Spanish
Valparaiso , INOak Park , ILChicago , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Eric Turk

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Indiana Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • MagnaCare
  • MDwise
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Eric Turk has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Eric Turk has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Naval Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1983 and Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Turk's NPI number is 1982608436.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. James Turk accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Turk accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. James Turk's office located?
Dr. James Turk's office is located at 85 E Us Highway 6, Valparaiso, IN, 46383.
Does Dr. James Turk accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Turk has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. James Turk accepting new patients?
Dr. James Turk has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Turk?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Turk here on Vitals.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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