Ivan Begov, MD
NPI 1578719993 · Nephrology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ivan Begov, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1578719993).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578719993
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036125452 (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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
394 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 91 | $76 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 69 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 62 | $104 |
| 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 | 59 | $18 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 58 | $122 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 42 | 23 |
| Lisinopril | 38 | 13 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 33 | 11 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 32 | 15 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 28 | — |
| Carvedilol | 28 | 13 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 23 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$371 across 15 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)
- 1801 W Taylor StChicago, IL 60612-4795Phone: (312) 413-5569
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-08-18
- Last updated
- 2025-04-04
- Certified
- 2025-04-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ivan Begov's NPI number?
- Ivan Begov's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578719993, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ivan Begov's specialty?
- Ivan Begov is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ivan Begov located?
- Ivan Begov's practice location on file with NPPES is 1653 W Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60612-3833.
- What is Ivan Begov's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ivan Begov is (312) 942-5352.
- Does Ivan Begov accept Medicare?
- Ivan Begov is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ivan Begov's NPI active?
- Yes — Ivan Begov's NPI (1578719993) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.