Steven Chough, MD
NPI 1831145051 · Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician · Downers Grove, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiac Electrophysiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Chough, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician provider in Downers Grove, IL (NPI 1831145051).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831145051
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036104204 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
20 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
4,736 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 917 | $30 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Or Multiple Lead Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93295 | 396 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 367 | $131 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 348 | $182 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 323 | $15 |
| Programming of Dual Lead Pacemaker System |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 53 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 773 | 254 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 518 | 141 |
| Amiodarone Hcl | 425 | 134 |
| Diltiazem Hclbrand: Diltiazem 24hr Er (cd) | 371 | 122 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 331 | 93 |
| Flecainide Acetate | 321 | 87 |
| Dronedarone Hclbrand: Multaq |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$42 across 2 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
- 2006-05-26
- Last updated
- 2025-04-04
- Certified
- 2025-04-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Chough's NPI number?
- Steven Chough's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831145051, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Chough's specialty?
- Steven Chough is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Chough located?
- Steven Chough's practice location on file with NPPES is 3825 Highland Ave Fl Tower24, Downers Grove, IL 60515-1552.
- What is Steven Chough's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Chough is (630) 719-4799.
- Does Steven Chough accept Medicare?
- Steven Chough is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Chough's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Chough's NPI (1831145051) 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.