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Dr. John Gietzen, DO

Dr. John Gietzen, DO

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. John Gietzen, DO is a family medicine physician in Manteno, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital and OSF Saint Clare Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

1 Veterans Dr Manteno, IL 60950

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gietzen specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Gietzen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gietzen

2.8
26 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
35%
35%
4 star
12%
12%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
4%
4%
1 star
50%
50%

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I have seen Dr Gietzen for 5yrs now and he always makes me feel great about the care i received from him. The girls are very nice specially Lindsey and Olly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Yuma, AZ – Jun 22, 2017
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He was good at first, then he became more and more disengaged with the patient process. Hired a high-schooler for his asst. Constant turnover on the front desk. No one would help if you had a simple quest. --Had no interest doing proper insurance coding--and wouldn't make corrections. --Their answer was to always make an office apptmt (more $$ for them). --They wrote a prescription for thyroid incorrectly; and would NOT correct it even with pharmacy--told me to make an apptmt--I was out of state
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
11 others found this helpful
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Yuma, AZ – May 13, 2017
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Dr Gietzen is very professional, knowledgeable, and takes the time to listen..He is an excellent Doctor...BUT his staff is absolutely horrible. Poor customer service. They never return calls, and when it comes to insurance information, I was not given the correct information numerous of times. I just can't express how bad his staff is....
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
12 others found this helpful
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chris in Yuma, AZ – Mar 22, 2017
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He is absolutely wonderful. He will take his time to explain everything from medications, different options, any questions. He truely cares about his patients. If you make a appointment and not a walk-in you'll wait maybe 10-15mins before being called back depending on how busy they are. His office is very peaceful,clean and smells amazing(essential oil diffuser). Overall 5/5 rating every time. GREAT DOCTOR!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Yuma, AZ – Oct 22, 2016
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Dr. Gietzen himself is good, but it's not worth it because of his staff. They used the wrong charge code when submitting the bill to the insurance, and it has been a nightmare trying to get them to fix it. What should have been a $6 copay has become a $400 bill and a ding on my credit. The insurance tired calling them to get it fixed. Lady from the insurance said she got hung up on three times, and was treated poorly. I've been trying to get them to fix this for 3 months! Never going back.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
9 others found this helpful
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KC in Yuma, AZ – Oct 06, 2016
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Hospital said I had a spot on my lung to follow up and he didn't know what thee hospital was talking about and said maybe it was my kidney????? Had to make an appt. to get a prescription refill and then it wasn't called in so had to call another 4 times. Told me Medicare is forcing death for elderly by not allowing necessary meds and tests. I need to find another doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Donna in Yuma, AZ – Aug 03, 2016
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He was very rude and could not answer my questions, he did not want to take the time to speak to me. I understand he is busy with patients but he needs to pretend he cares. I will never go back!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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jamesd in Phoenix, AZ – Jun 01, 2016
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Three visits to his office and each time was a minimum 40 minute wait. One visit was to follow up some labs I had done. Turns out they scheduled me to see an assistant who confirmed they received the labs and asked if I wanted to schedule an appointment for the doctor to go over the labs with me. What??? Almost an hour wait only to schedule another appointment. Totally ridiculous. I can't say how decent the doctor is because over three visits I didn't spend more than 10 min with him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Kim in Yuma, AZ – May 18, 2016
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Office staff COULD CARE LESS about my son!! They are rude, they do not want to help and they do not follow up when they are asked to! TERRIBLE!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Tamy in Yuma, AZ – Apr 13, 2016
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I have been a patient for four years. At first I loved him and his PA's but now it's just a rush to get you in and out.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
6 others found this helpful
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Lisa Seale in Yuma, AZ – Jan 18, 2016
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care philosophy

Good health care is more than just a focus on symptoms. They may be both wellness and physical causes for what ails a person.We realize that your time is important and place a strong emphasis on timely visits and quickly addressing your concerns....read more
  • Family Medicine

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Sparrow Hospital Sparrow Health System

    Residency Hospital
  • Riverside Osteo Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Illinois Veterans Home at Manteno1 Veterans Dr Manteno, IL 60950
1
Haven of Sandpointe LLC2222 S Avenue A Yuma, AZ 85364
2
Haven of Yuma2470 S Arizona Ave Yuma, AZ 85364
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • OSF Saint Paul Medical Center

    1401 E 12th St
    Mendota, IL 61342
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Reedsburg Area Medical Center

    2000 N Dewey Ave
    Reedsburg, WI 53959

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

    900 Illinois Ave
    Stevens Point, WI 54481
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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