Harvey Friedman, MD

General Practice

Harvey Friedman is a General Practice specialist based in Melrose Park, IL with over 45 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(708) 450-4557Melrose Park, IL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Harvey Friedman, MD has practiced general practice for 45+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University in 1981 and has 45+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

1 of 6 General Practice providers in ILSee all General Practice in Melrose Park45+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 5238dNPPES updated 2012-01-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical

Contact & Location

Practice Location

675 W North Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160-1634

Fax: (708) 338-0200
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+5%)54%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+21%)53%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+18%)52%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+30%)52%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+19%)49%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor

COPD
Higher than avg (+28%)48%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

US avg: 20.4%

↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1981

    Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University

  2. 45 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

General PracticeAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.

Taxonomy: 208D00000X

Education & Training

Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (Class of 1981)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

7607 Madison St, Forest Park, IL 60130-3513

Differs from practice location

Virtual General Practice Care With Harvey Friedman

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Harvey Friedman for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Melrose Park required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harvey Friedman

Dr. Friedman is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Melrose Park, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (708) 450-4557.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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