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Ernesto Villegas, MD

4.7
RUSH University Medical Group
Clinical Area:
Primary Care
Specialty: Internal Medicine (General Medicine)
Languages:
English

About Me

I trained in internal medicine, but then I practiced emergency medicine for about 10 years. When you see major trauma, when you see bad things happening in real time, you get a sense for the relative scale of things -- when is something a real emergency, which things can be handled with time and follow-through.

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Locations & Appointments

Primary location
RUSH River North
RUSH River North
539 N Dearborn St
Chicago, IL, 60654

(312) 549-4400
(312) 549-4401
Directions

Credentials

Certifications

Internal Medicine (General Medicine)

Education and Training

University of Michigan Hospitals - Internal Medicine
Stanford University School of Medicine

Clinical Expertise

Asthma
Exercise and physical fitness
Musculoskeletal disorders
Preventive medicine
Sports injuries
Traumatic injuries

Academics & Publications

In addition to providing patient care, many of our clinicians have faculty appointments at RUSH University and perform clinical, basic science and community-based research. Our education and research endeavors are dedicated to enhancing excellence in patient care — now and in the future.

Assistant Professor

Insurance

Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
Aetna PPO Exchange
Ambetter of Illinois
Beech Street
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
Cigna
Cigna Medicare Advantage
CountyCare
Coventry
Devoted Health
Great-West Healthcare
Health Care's Finest Network (HFN)
Humana
Humana Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare-Medicaid Alignment Initiative
IlliniCare YouthCare
Indiana Health Network (Inactive)
Meridian Complete (MMAI)
Molina Dual Options
Molina Healthcare of Illinois, Inc Marketplace
MultiPlan
Preferred Plan (Healthsmart)
USA Managed Care Organization
United Healthcare
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
WellCare Medicare Advantage
Zing Health

Accepted insurance plans are subject to change without notice. Please contact your insurance company to verify that the location or provider you plan to visit is included in your network before your visit. If you schedule an appointment and your provider is not in network with your insurance, your out of pocket liability may be higher than expected.

Ratings and Reviews

Overall
4.7
Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (risks, benefits, etc.)
4.7
Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care
4.7
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.8
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.8
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.6
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Feb 2024
First impression of Dr Villegas was excellent. He is a good listener. He takes my concerns seriously.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Feb 2024
DrVillegas is Great!
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jan 2024
Dr and I thoroughly discuss both new and old issues
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jan 2024
The Doctor and Nurse were very helpful to answer any questions
4.2
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Nov 2023
Got great info on my health and food choices
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Oct 2023
Excellent and thoughtful advice. Great care.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Oct 2023
This was the most positive doctor office visit I've ever had. I normally am so terrified to come to the doctor, and I am so grateful for how excellent this experience was. Dr. Villegas is special.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Oct 2023
Dr. Villegas is such a strong partner in health. I really appreciate his approach and honesty.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Sep 2023
Dr. Villegas is an excellent physician.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jul 2023
Good
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jun 2023
This was my first appointment with Dr. Villegas. I'm pleased with what I experienced for care. He appears to be very knowledgeable and caring.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Apr 2023
Left with complete confidence that my medical problems had been addressed
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Apr 2023
Dr. Villegas is very thorough and takes time to discuss and explain the health problems and treatment options.