Family Medicine Doctors in Smithton, IL Accepting Medicare
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 Christopher Schenewerk, MD Family Medicine Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments Practice Location: 4017 Illinois State Route 159, Ste. 101, Smithton, IL 62285 Phone: 618-257-2875 Fax: 618-257-2895 |
Dr. Steven Richard Whealon, M.D. Family Medicine Medicare: May Accept Medicare Assignments Practice Location: 504 S Main St, Smithton, IL 62285 Phone: 618-977-5005 |
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Study identifies risk factors for vitamin D deficiency in kidney disease patients on dialysis
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