Stephen F Spontak, M.D.
Stephen F Spontak is an Emergency Medicine specialist based in Palos Heights, IL with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 37 years in emergency medicine, Stephen F Spontak, M.D. is a long-established emergency medicine physician in Palos Heights. He has been in practice for 37+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
12251 S 80th Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463-1256
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better16.74%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+11.6 pts)
16.74% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
726
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
177
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
215
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Board certified · Oct 30, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Taxonomy: 207P00000X
Mailing address
9944 S Roberts Rd Suite 204, Palos Hills, IL 60465-1555
Differs from practice location
Virtual Emergency Medicine Care With Stephen F Spontak
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Stephen F Spontak for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Palos Heights 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 Stephen F Spontak
Dr. Spontak is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Palos Heights, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (708) 923-5800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Stephen F Spontak
Practice Location
12251 S 80th Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463-1256
Mailing Address
9944 S Roberts Rd Suite 204, Palos Hills, IL 60465-1555
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