Ernest Cabrera, MD
NPI 1851340855 · Nephrology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ernest Cabrera, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1851340855).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851340855
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036099643 (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
20 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
1,461 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 350 | $358 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 342 | $81 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 229 | $110 |
| 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 | 159 | $17 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 116 | $65 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 199 | 43 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 99 | 29 |
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 87 | 17 |
| Ferric Citratebrand: Auryxia | 84 | 17 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 81 | 21 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 60 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$787 across 33 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)
- 1431 N Western AvenueSte 202Chicago, IL 60622-1797Phone: (773) 489-6605Fax: (872) 829-3663
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-08
- Last updated
- 2022-08-05
- Certified
- 2022-08-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ernest Cabrera's NPI number?
- Ernest Cabrera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851340855, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ernest Cabrera's specialty?
- Ernest Cabrera is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ernest Cabrera located?
- Ernest Cabrera's practice location on file with NPPES is 2222 W Division St Ste 260, Chicago, IL 60622-2990.
- What is Ernest Cabrera's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ernest Cabrera is (872) 208-7619.
- Does Ernest Cabrera accept Medicare?
- Ernest Cabrera is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ernest Cabrera's NPI active?
- Yes — Ernest Cabrera's NPI (1851340855) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-08-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.