Mary Faith C. Terkildsen, MD
With over 28 years in obstetrics & gynecology, Mary Faith C. Terkildsen, MD is a long-established OB/GYN in Vernon Hills. Trained at Tulane University School of Medicine (class of 1998), she has been practicing for over 28 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 93.09/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 41% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Federal MIPS score higher than 32% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1978dNPPES updated 2020-12-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical
Contact & Location
Practice Location
225 N Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL 60061-4304
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.09/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.6%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
218
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
171
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
500
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $72k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 1998
Tulane University School of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 7, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
28 years in practice
Experienced
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
Taxonomy: 207V00000X
Education & Training
Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Mailing address
2650 Ridge Ave Evanston Hospital, Evanston, IL 60201-1718
Differs from practice location
Virtual Obstetrics & Gynecology Care With Mary Faith C. Terkildsen
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mary Faith C. Terkildsen for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Vernon Hills required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Faith C. Terkildsen
Dr. Terkildsen is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Vernon Hills, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (847) 941-7600.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mary Faith C. Terkildsen
Practice Location
225 N Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL 60061-4304
Mailing Address
2650 Ridge Ave Evanston Hospital, Evanston, IL 60201-1718
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