Gautam Bhanushali, MD
NPI 1073829990 · Nephrology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gautam Bhanushali, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1073829990).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073829990
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036132193 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
984 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 300 | $81 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 115 | $360 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 96 | $122 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 86 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 76 | $113 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 59 | 18 |
| Carvedilol | 43 | 17 |
| Losartan Potassium | 41 | 18 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 40 | 17 |
| Furosemide | 36 | 16 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 35 | 12 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,364 across 16 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (3)
- 2055 W Army Trail Rd Ste 110eAddison, IL 60101-1478Phone: (773) 284-9247Fax: (773) 284-9249
- 6307 S Stewart Ave # 210Chicago, IL 60621-3116Phone: (773) 483-2200Fax: (773) 483-2201
- 2850 W 95th St Ste 300Evergreen Park, IL 60805-2741Phone: (773) 483-2200Fax: (773) 483-2201
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-08-30
- Last updated
- 2025-08-04
- Certified
- 2025-08-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gautam Bhanushali's NPI number?
- Gautam Bhanushali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073829990, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gautam Bhanushali's specialty?
- Gautam Bhanushali is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gautam Bhanushali located?
- Gautam Bhanushali's practice location on file with NPPES is 2701 W 68th Street, Chicago, IL 60629.
- What is Gautam Bhanushali's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gautam Bhanushali is (773) 735-4884.
- Does Gautam Bhanushali accept Medicare?
- Gautam Bhanushali is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gautam Bhanushali's NPI active?
- Yes — Gautam Bhanushali's NPI (1073829990) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.