Summary

Dr. Rao graduated from the Armed Forces Medical College in 1971. He works in Hazel Crest, IL and 3 other locations and specializes in Nephrology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Rao is affiliated with Advocate South Suburban Hospital, Advocate Trinity Hospital, Advocate Christ Medical Center and Franciscan Health Olympia Fields.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 55 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Josephs Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Vijaykumar M Rao has 6 locations

Hazelcrest

17524 E Carriageway Dr Ste 4Hazel Crest, IL 60429
Mon5:00 am - 8:30 pm
Tue5:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed5:00 am - 8:30 pm
Thu5:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri5:00 am - 8:30 pm
Sat5:00 am - 4:30 pm
SunClosed

Advocate South Suburban Hospital

17800 Kedzie AveHazel Crest, IL 60429

Franciscan Health Olympia Fields

20201 Crawford AveOlympia Fields, IL 60461

Advocate Trinity Hospital

2320 E 93rd StChicago, IL 60617

Advocate Christ Medical Center

4440 W 95th StOak Lawn, IL 60453

Davita Chicago Heights Dialysis 01608

177 W Joe Orr Rd Unit BChicago Heights, IL 60411
Mon5:30 am - 3:30 pm
Tue5:30 am - 10:30 pm
Wed5:30 am - 3:30 pm
Thu5:30 am - 10:30 pm
Fri5:30 am - 3:30 pm
Sat5:30 am - 10:30 pm
SunClosed

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55 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 72 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Hazel Crest , ILRIVER FOREST , ILMaywood , ILLEMONT , IL
Med School: Armed Forces Medical College Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: Allama Iqbal Medical College Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vijaykumar M Rao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Vijaykumar M Rao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vijaykumar M Rao has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Kidney Dialysis (Renal Dialysis)
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

Dr. Vijaykumar M Rao 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

Residency

Completed their residency at St Josephs Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Armed Forces Medical College in 1971.

NPI Number

Dr. Rao's NPI number is 1811967730.

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Dr. Vijaykumar Rao is affiliated with Advocate South Suburban Hospital, Advocate Trinity Hospital, Advocate Christ Medical Center, and Franciscan Health Olympia Fields.
Where is Dr. Vijaykumar Rao's office located?
Dr. Vijaykumar Rao's office is located at 17524 E Carriageway Dr Ste 4, Hazel Crest, IL, 60429.

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