Alvaro Candel, M.D.
NPI 1528019189 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Elmhurst, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alvaro Candel, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Elmhurst, IL (NPI 1528019189).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528019189
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036088085 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 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
1,874 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 620 | $36 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 240 | $27 |
| Cell Examination of Specimen, Concentration Technique88108 | 112 | $22 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 95 | $81 |
| Pap Test, Evaluation of Fine Needle Aspirate, Immediate, Each Additional Evaluation Episode88177 | 90 | $22 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 85 | $34 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-16
- Last updated
- 2011-08-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alvaro Candel's NPI number?
- Alvaro Candel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528019189, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alvaro Candel's specialty?
- Alvaro Candel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alvaro Candel located?
- Alvaro Candel's practice location on file with NPPES is 155 E Brush Hill Rd, Elmhurst, IL 60126-5658.
- What is Alvaro Candel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alvaro Candel is (630) 834-0610.
- Does Alvaro Candel accept Medicare?
- Alvaro Candel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alvaro Candel's NPI active?
- Yes — Alvaro Candel's NPI (1528019189) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-08-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.