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Ophthalmology

Derek J. Dawson, MD

Works at hospitals in Chicago, IL · Munster, IN · Illinois, Indiana

Summary

Derek J. Dawson, MD (Ophthalmology) is listed by Medicare at 2 hospitals in Chicago, IL and Munster, IN. NPI 1013992411. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Derek J. Dawson, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
46Years since medical school (graduated 1980)
Meharry Medical College School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Illinois College of OptometryGroup practice (+1 more)

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Derek J. Dawson work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Derek J. Dawson at 2 hospitals: Advocate Trinity Hospital and Community Hospital. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Derek J. Dawson see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 4 practice locations, including Chicago Ridge, IL, Tinley Park, IL and Chicago, IL. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Derek J. Dawson's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does Derek J. Dawson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Derek J. Dawson accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for Derek J. Dawson?
(708) 873-0088, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Derek J. Dawson's NPI number?
1013992411. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Derek J. Dawson works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Derek J. Dawson at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where Derek J. Dawson is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Derek J. Dawson as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Illinois College of Optometry76 clinicians in the group
  • Suburban Eye Specialists9 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other ophthalmologists in Chicago Ridge

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Chicago Ridge, IL — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolMeharry Medical College School Of Medicine
Graduation year1980
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1013992411
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Sources

  1. Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  3. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  4. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians