Expertise in
5
conditions

Dr. Nitzet M. Velez

General Surgery
1850 Gateway Dr Ste 205, 
Sycamore, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
5
conditions
1850 Gateway Dr Ste 205, 
Sycamore, IL 

Overview

Nitzet Velez is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sycamore, Illinois.

Dr. Velez is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Dr. Velez is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in IL

Hospital Affiliations

Valley West Community Hospital
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Community Hospital
Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Celtic
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Alliance
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
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Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Quartz Health Plan
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

1850 Gateway Dr Ste 205, Sycamore, IL 60178
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nitzet M. Velez

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nitzet M. Velez?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Nitzet M. Velez by calling their office at 815-758-8671. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Nitzet M. Velez a top-rated expert for Paget Disease of the Breast?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nitzet M. Velez is classified as an Advanced expert for Paget Disease of the Breast, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Nitzet M. Velez specialize in?

While Dr. Nitzet M. Velez is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Choledocholithiasis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Nitzet M. Velez accept my insurance?

Dr. Nitzet M. Velez accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 815-758-8671 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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