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Dr. Stephen Nitz, MD

Functional Medicine*
4.7 (12)
Map Pin Small Rockford, IL
Accepting new patients
25 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Stephen Nitz, MD

Dr. Stephen Nitz, MD is a Functional Medicine Specialist in Rockford, IL. They specialize in Functional Medicine, has 25 years of experience, and is board certified in Family Practice. They graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, Genesis Medical Center, Aledo and Morrison Community Hospital. Dr. Nitz, completed a residency at Vicom Family Prac. Patients rated Dr. Nitz an average 4.7 star rating.

Dr. Nitz works at Practice in Rockford, IL. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield and UnitedHealthCare as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    7177 Crimson Ridge Dr Ste 5, Rockford, IL 61107 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (815) 734-6061

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  • Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
  • Genesis Medical Center, Aledo
  • Morrison Community Hospital

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    Specialties*
    • Functional Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 25 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1518958651
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Vicom Family Prac
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Family Practice
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