Meenakshi Chaku, M.D.
NPI 1578774303 · Ophthalmology Physician · Maywood, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Meenakshi Chaku, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Maywood, IL (NPI 1578774303).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578774303
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 249479 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1,281 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 | 288 | $100 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 213 | $68 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 159 | $27 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 150 | $21 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 100 | $20 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 90 | $25 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 690 | 222 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 543 | 163 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 456 | 130 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 243 | 151 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 211 | 66 |
| Timolol Maleate | 191 | 62 |
| Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprostbrand: Rocklatan | 86 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,756 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
- 2007-05-24
- Last updated
- 2021-02-19
- Certified
- 2021-02-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Meenakshi Chaku's NPI number?
- Meenakshi Chaku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578774303, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Meenakshi Chaku's specialty?
- Meenakshi Chaku is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Meenakshi Chaku located?
- Meenakshi Chaku's practice location on file with NPPES is 2160 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL 60153-3328.
- What is Meenakshi Chaku's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Meenakshi Chaku is (708) 216-3833.
- Does Meenakshi Chaku accept Medicare?
- Meenakshi Chaku is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Meenakshi Chaku's NPI active?
- Yes — Meenakshi Chaku's NPI (1578774303) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.