Pooja Bhat, MD
NPI 1457509358 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Pooja Bhat, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1457509358).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457509358
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L-235631 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
652 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 163 | $25 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 151 | $99 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 131 | $68 |
| 2d Ultrasound Scan of Eye Tissue and Structures76512 | 54 | $37 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 39 | $87 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 24 | $20 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 194 | 79 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 111 | 26 |
| Latanoprost | 102 | 29 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 93 | 28 |
| Prednisone | 86 | 31 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 77 | 47 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 60 | 15 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-09-04
- Last updated
- 2023-12-26
- Certified
- 2023-12-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Pooja Bhat's NPI number?
- Pooja Bhat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457509358, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Pooja Bhat's specialty?
- Pooja Bhat is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Pooja Bhat located?
- Pooja Bhat's practice location on file with NPPES is 1855 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612-7242.
- What is Pooja Bhat's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Pooja Bhat is (312) 996-6550.
- Does Pooja Bhat accept Medicare?
- Pooja Bhat is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Pooja Bhat's NPI active?
- Yes — Pooja Bhat's NPI (1457509358) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.