Meghan Bhave, M.D.
NPI 1851679591 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Arlington Heights, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Meghan Bhave, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Arlington Heights, IL (NPI 1851679591).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851679591
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 125059452 (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
14 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
2,734 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 453 | $92 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Needle Placement77002 | 415 | $118 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 411 | $83 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 403 | $264 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Or Steroid Into Joint Between Lower Spine and Hip Bone Using Imaging Guidance27096 | 140 | $207 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 366 | 120 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 272 | 83 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 175 | 70 |
| Pregabalin | 156 | 51 |
| Methocarbamol | 88 | 37 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 82 | 28 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 71 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$187 across 9 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
- 2011-07-29
- Last updated
- 2019-05-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Meghan Bhave's NPI number?
- Meghan Bhave's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851679591, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Meghan Bhave's specialty?
- Meghan Bhave is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Meghan Bhave located?
- Meghan Bhave's practice location on file with NPPES is 880 W Central Rd Ste 3800, Arlington Heights, IL 60005-2369.
- What is Meghan Bhave's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Meghan Bhave is (847) 255-0900.
- Does Meghan Bhave accept Medicare?
- Meghan Bhave is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Meghan Bhave's NPI active?
- Yes — Meghan Bhave's NPI (1851679591) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-05-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.