DR. ASAD AKRAM CHEEMA MD
NPI 1124073861
Anesthesiology in Joliet, IL

Active since May 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
105 129TH INFANTRY DRIVE, JOLIET, IL 60435(815) 725-7200(815) 725-7258 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 15, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Asad Akram Cheema Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. ASAD AKRAM CHEEMA MD (NPI 1124073861) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Joliet, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036107324) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Riverside Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124073861
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ASAD AKRAM CHEEMACredential: MD
Location Address105 129TH INFANTRY DRIVEJoliet, IL 60435
Mailing Address105 129th Infantry DriveJoliet, IL 60435-2758 · (815) 725-7200 · Fax (815) 725-7258
Fax(815) 725-7258
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 15, 2022
NPPES CertifiedApril 15, 2022
NPI 1124073861 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License Licensed in IL · 036107324
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License 036107324 (IL)
105 129TH INFANTRY DRIVE, Joliet, IL 60435

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Asad Akram Cheema Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2769442292
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090429000571
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
905 services95 patients
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
251 services33 patients
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483
This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.
68 services45 patients
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level 64484
This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid drug into the sacral spine nerve root. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The process can be repeated for each additional level of the spine to help manage pain or inflammation.
62 services43 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
48 services25 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
22 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Riverside Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Kankakee, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140186
Location350 N Wall StKankakee, IL 60901 · Kankakee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%7,040 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Opioid Therapy Follow-up Evaluation
All patients 18 and older prescribed opiates for longer than six weeks duration who had a follow-up evaluation conducted at least every three months during Opioid Therapy documented in the medical record
100%814 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pain Assessment and Follow-Up
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older with documentation of a pain assessment using a standardized tool(s) on each visit AND documentation of a follow-up plan when pain is present
100%7,040 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
100%1,037 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
100%1,038 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
100%1,003 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Anesthesiology
105 129TH INFANTRY DRIVE
JOLIET, IL 60435

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Asad Cheema's NPI number?

The NPI number for Asad Cheema is 1124073861. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2006.

Where is Asad Cheema located?

Asad Cheema practices at 105 129th Infantry Drive, Joliet, IL 60435. The listed phone number is (815) 725-7200.

What is Asad Cheema's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Asad Cheema enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Asad Cheema is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Asad Cheema affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Asad Cheema is affiliated with Riverside Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Asad Cheema was last updated on April 15, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.