Chris Albanis, MD
NPI 1720040017 · Ophthalmology Physician · Merrionette Park, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chris Albanis, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Merrionette Park, IL (NPI 1720040017).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720040017
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,146 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 | 480 | $132 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 401 | $63 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 393 | $35 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 322 | $126 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 298 | $94 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 86 | $89 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 2,574 | 817 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 1,001 | 318 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 838 | 260 |
| Timolol Maleate | 472 | 161 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 453 | 134 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 233 | 67 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 166 | 46 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$361 across 5 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
- 2006-04-04
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chris Albanis's NPI number?
- Chris Albanis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720040017, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chris Albanis's specialty?
- Chris Albanis is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chris Albanis located?
- Chris Albanis's practice location on file with NPPES is 11600 S Kedzie Ave, Merrionette Park, IL 60803.
- What is Chris Albanis's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chris Albanis is (708) 388-4400.
- Does Chris Albanis accept Medicare?
- Chris Albanis is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chris Albanis's NPI active?
- Yes — Chris Albanis's NPI (1720040017) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.