Summary

Dr. Mark Christensen is a family medicine physician with 36 years of experience providing comprehensive primary care. He earned his medical degree from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed residency training at Wellington Regional Medical Center and Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital. Dr. Christensen is board-certified in family medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Christensen practices at Silver Cross Medical Group in New Lenox, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields. He specializes in managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes and kidney disease, while also treating anxiety disorders. His approach includes physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients improve their overall health and mobility. Patients have rated Dr. Christensen 4.9 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care and clinical expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 36 years of experience
  • 58 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Wellington Regional Medical Center
  • 12 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Silver Cross Medical Group - New Lenox 251

410 E Lincoln Hwy Ste 251New Lenox, IL 60451

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mark Halger Christensen

  • AARP
  • AARP - HMO
  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island - CHIP
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • GEHA
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • HealthPartners - IPA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Level
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • Priority Health
  • State Farm
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Mark Halger Christensen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Mark Halger Christensen has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Mark Halger Christensen holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wellington Regional Medical Center in 1994, Wellington Regional Medical Center in 1992, and Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University (Medical Education) in 1990.

NPI Number

Mark Halger Christensen's NPI number is 1942314257.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Mark Christensen?
You can find contact information for Mark Christensen here on Vitals.
Where is Mark Christensen's office located?
Mark Christensen's office is located at 410 E Lincoln Hwy Ste 251, New Lenox, IL, 60451.
Which hospitals is Mark Christensen affiliated with?
Mark Christensen is affiliated with Franciscan Health Olympia Fields.
Does Mark Christensen accept my insurance?
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Is Mark Christensen accepting new patients?
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