Michael Paterakos, M.D.
NPI 1861430183 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Skokie, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Paterakos, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Skokie, IL (NPI 1861430183).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861430183
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
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
2,852 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,668 | $37 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 391 | $81 |
| Microscopic Genetic Analysis of Tumor, Manual88360 | 202 | $41 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 168 | $28 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 144 | $35 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 65 | $26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$25 across 1 record (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
- 2006-06-02
- Last updated
- 2007-07-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Paterakos's NPI number?
- Michael Paterakos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861430183, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Paterakos's specialty?
- Michael Paterakos is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Paterakos located?
- Michael Paterakos's practice location on file with NPPES is 9600 Gross Point Rd, Skokie, IL 60076-1214.
- What is Michael Paterakos's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Paterakos is (847) 933-6721.
- Does Michael Paterakos accept Medicare?
- Michael Paterakos is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Paterakos's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Paterakos's NPI (1861430183) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.