Rakesh Salgia, M.D.
NPI 1972609022 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rakesh Salgia, M.D. is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1972609022).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972609022
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036-068002 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,057 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 769 | $81 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 146 | $136 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 81 | $39 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 23 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 20 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 46 | 17 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 44 | 13 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 29 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 27 | 11 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 22 | — |
| Losartan Potassium | 20 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-16
- Last updated
- 2008-03-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rakesh Salgia's NPI number?
- Rakesh Salgia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972609022, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rakesh Salgia's specialty?
- Rakesh Salgia is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rakesh Salgia located?
- Rakesh Salgia's practice location on file with NPPES is 67 W 111th St, Chicago, IL 60628-4247.
- What is Rakesh Salgia's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rakesh Salgia is (773) 995-3401.
- Does Rakesh Salgia accept Medicare?
- Rakesh Salgia is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rakesh Salgia's NPI active?
- Yes — Rakesh Salgia's NPI (1972609022) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-03-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.