Eric Pales, M.D.
NPI 1508938507 · Internal Medicine Physician · Park Ridge, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Pales, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Park Ridge, IL (NPI 1508938507).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508938507
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036-097368 (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
19 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
2,544 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 414 | $131 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 286 | $9 |
| 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 | 199 | $17 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 191 | $13 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 187 | $9 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 66 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 468 | 129 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 259 | 81 |
| Lisinopril | 258 | 72 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 201 | 58 |
| Losartan Potassium | 172 | 51 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 156 | 43 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$168 across 8 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
- 2006-11-14
- Last updated
- 2021-12-15
- Certified
- 2021-12-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Pales's NPI number?
- Eric Pales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508938507, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Pales's specialty?
- Eric Pales is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Eric Pales located?
- Eric Pales's practice location on file with NPPES is 1550 N Northwest Hwy, Park Ridge, IL 60068-1411.
- What is Eric Pales's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Pales is (847) 768-9300.
- Does Eric Pales accept Medicare?
- Eric Pales is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Pales's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Pales's NPI (1508938507) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.