Summary

Dr. Vivek Kantayya is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Rockford Memorial Hospital and has dedicated 38 years to providing comprehensive primary care. Dr. Kantayya is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Based in Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Kantayya practices at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, where he focuses on managing complex health conditions including chronic kidney disease and heart failure. His approach to care incorporates physical therapy techniques and strength training to help patients improve their overall health and mobility. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kantayya highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 38 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Rockford Memorial Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Jesse Brown Va Medical Center

820 S Damen AveChicago, IL 60612

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38 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Polish Speaks English
Chicago , ILArlington Heights , ILHighland Park , ILBolingbrook , IL
Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vivek Stephen Kantayya

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross of Idaho - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • First Choice Health
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Regence BlueShield
  • SelectHealth
  • Tricare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Vivek Stephen Kantayya has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vivek Stephen Kantayya has the following 6 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Vivek Stephen Kantayya holds an inactive medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2017.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Rockford Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Kantayya's NPI number is 1437132479.

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Dr. Vivek Kantayya speaks English and Spanish.
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