Zachary Bulwa, MD, MS
NPI 1164876553 · Neurology Physician · Evanston, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Zachary Bulwa, MD, MS is a Neurology Physician provider in Evanston, IL (NPI 1164876553).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164876553
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, MS
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036152509 (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
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,153 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 328 | $152 |
| 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 | 265 | $17 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 198 | $125 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 112 | $182 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 97 | $227 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 186 | 66 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 165 | 26 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 125 | 50 |
| Levetiracetam | 102 | 33 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 87 | 22 |
| Gabapentin | 52 | 22 |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$157 across 2 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-04-21
- Last updated
- 2021-09-13
- Certified
- 2021-09-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zachary Bulwa's NPI number?
- Zachary Bulwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164876553, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Zachary Bulwa's specialty?
- Zachary Bulwa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Zachary Bulwa located?
- Zachary Bulwa's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 Central St Ste 880, Evanston, IL 60201-1780.
- What is Zachary Bulwa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Zachary Bulwa is (847) 570-2570.
- Does Zachary Bulwa accept Medicare?
- Zachary Bulwa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Zachary Bulwa's NPI active?
- Yes — Zachary Bulwa's NPI (1164876553) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.