Summary

Dr. Richard Dirkes treats hypertensive emergency and hypertension, and performs therapeutic hypothermia and newborn pulse oximetry screening. He practices family medicine and geriatric medicine and has 50 years of experience in practice. He is affiliated with Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital.

Dr. Dirkes earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Sciences and completed his residency at MacNeal Hospital. He sees patients in Addison, Illinois, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Dirkes 4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 50 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Macneal Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Addison Medical Associates Ltd

276 W Fullerton AveAddison, IL 60101
Mon9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat8:30 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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50 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Polish Speaks English, Spanish
Addison , ILOrland Park , ILArlington Heights , ILAurora , IL
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Vincent Dirkes

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare
  • Amita Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Zing Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Vincent Dirkes has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Vincent Dirkes has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Macneal Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Dirkes' NPI number is 1942289764.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Richard Dirkes accepting new patients?
Dr. Richard Dirkes is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Richard Dirkes's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Richard Dirkes's office located?
Dr. Richard Dirkes's office is located at 276 W Fullerton Ave, Addison, IL, 60101.
Does Dr. Richard Dirkes accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Dirkes accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Richard Dirkes accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Dirkes has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Dirkes?
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