Sylvester Barnes, M.D.
NPI 1487882791 · Nephrology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sylvester Barnes, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1487882791).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487882791
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036140935 (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
17 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
606 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 | 216 | $81 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 152 | $360 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 76 | $99 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 52 | $362 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 34 | $299 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Torsemide | 86 | 29 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 53 | 19 |
| Carvedilol | 43 | — |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 22 | 11 |
| Bumetanide | 17 | — |
| Furosemide | 17 | — |
| Patiromer Calcium Sorbitexbrand: Veltassa | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$11 across 1 record (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
- 2009-06-24
- Last updated
- 2023-11-27
- Certified
- 2020-10-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sylvester Barnes's NPI number?
- Sylvester Barnes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487882791, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sylvester Barnes's specialty?
- Sylvester Barnes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sylvester Barnes located?
- Sylvester Barnes's practice location on file with NPPES is 900 S Clark St Apt 1801, Chicago, IL 60605.
- What is Sylvester Barnes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sylvester Barnes is (219) 201-9849.
- Does Sylvester Barnes accept Medicare?
- Sylvester Barnes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sylvester Barnes's NPI active?
- Yes — Sylvester Barnes's NPI (1487882791) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.