Jacob Friedman, MD
NPI 1497296800 · Otolaryngology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jacob Friedman, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1497296800).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497296800
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
981 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 256 | $93 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 212 | $116 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 139 | $190 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 81 | $130 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 57 | $170 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 119 | 77 |
| Omeprazole | 86 | 28 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 49 | 23 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexamethbrand: Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone | 44 | 28 |
| Methylprednisolone | 43 | 38 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 36 | 14 |
| Hydrocortisone/Acetic Acidbrand: Hydrocortisone-Acetic Acid | 30 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$215 across 6 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 (1)
- 1611 W Harrison St Ste 550Chicago, IL 60612-4861Phone: (312) 842-6100Fax: (312) 942-6225
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-03-17
- Last updated
- 2022-06-09
- Certified
- 2022-06-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jacob Friedman's NPI number?
- Jacob Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497296800, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jacob Friedman's specialty?
- Jacob Friedman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jacob Friedman located?
- Jacob Friedman's practice location on file with NPPES is 3000 N Halsted St Ste 400, Chicago, IL 60657-8480.
- What is Jacob Friedman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jacob Friedman is (773) 296-5500.
- Does Jacob Friedman accept Medicare?
- Jacob Friedman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jacob Friedman's NPI active?
- Yes — Jacob Friedman's NPI (1497296800) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.