DR. ANITA NAHEED CARANI MD
NPI 1144237546
Family Medicine - Adult Medicine in Chicago, IL

Q: What is Anita Carani's NPI number?

The NPI number for Anita Carani is 1144237546. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 1, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Anita Naheed Shah-Carani M.D..

Q: What is Anita Carani's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Adult Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QA0505X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Anita Carani was last updated on December 5, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.

Active since August 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

94.1/100

CMS Quality Rating

6500 W 65TH ST, CHICAGO, IL 60638(708) 496-1515(708) 496-1788 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 5, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Dr. Anita Naheed Carani Md NPPES

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

DR. ANITA NAHEED CARANI MD (NPI 1144237546) is an individual adult medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036113669) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Chicago.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144237546

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207QA0505X

Provider Legal NameDR. ANITA NAHEED CARANICredential: MD

Location Address6500 W 65TH STChicago, IL 60638-4962

Mailing Address2221 W Giddings StChicago, IL 60625-2001 · (708) 783-2873 · Fax (708) 783-2874

Phone(708) 496-1515

Fax(708) 496-1788

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999

Enumeration DateAugust 1, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 5, 2022

NPPES CertifiedDecember 5, 2022

✔ NPI 1144237546 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Adult MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207QA0505X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 036113669

Definition

The National Uniform Claim Committee (NUCC) recommends code 207QA0505X not be used. Choose a more appropriate code.

Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 036113669 (IL)

6500 W 65TH ST, Chicago, IL 60638

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Anita Naheed Shah-carani M.d.

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1635 N Dearborn St Ste 100Chicago, IL 60654-4618 · Phone (312) 694-2127 · Fax (312) 694-2129

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Anita Naheed Carani 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 ID1850471236

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080110000580

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Anita Carani reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Physicians Immediate Care North Chicago LLC

13 mi

Urgent Care

4211 N CICERO AVE, SUITE 100
Chicago, IL 60641

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
366 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1205814118 (815) 713-2738

Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation

31 mi

Multi-Specialty

DEPT 5777
Carol Stream, IL 60122

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
4,817 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1346235314 (855) 694-2866

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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.

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

53 services47 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.

50 services49 patients

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046

A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.

18 services17 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number140281

Location251 E Huron StChicago, IL 60611 · Cook County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60638 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$94.06 typical visit price

range $60.08 – $183.39

Typical copayment $23.51 (range $15.02 – $45.84)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$105.70 typical visit price

range $18.97 – $148.12

Typical copayment $26.42 (range $4.74 – $37.03)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

94.1/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

82.59

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 16

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

AMERICAN CURRENT CARE OF ILLINOIS PC

Clinic/Center (Urgent Care)

6500 W 65TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60638

Cook County (708) 496-1515

MS. MARY ELLEN SHANAHAN PT, OCS, CERT. MDT

Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)

6500 W 65TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60638

Cook County (708) 496-1515

MRS. ANGELICA MARIA DIAZ PTA

Physical Therapy Assistant

6500 W 65TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60638

Cook County (708) 496-1515

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH CENTERS OF ILLINOIS PC

Clinic/Center (Occupational Medicine)

6500 W 65TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60638

Cook County (708) 496-1515

THOMAS B ROTHERY MS, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

6500 W 65TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60638

Cook County (708) 496-1515

MS. GRETCHEN L SHANK PT

Physical Therapist

6500 W 65TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60638

Cook County (708) 496-1515

MS. JULIANNE MURPHY BONWIT LCSW, MSW

Social Worker (Clinical)

6500 W 65TH ST, SUITE 203
CHICAGO, IL 60638

Cook County (708) 930-1833

MS. KATHERINE ANN SWEENEY LCSW

Social Worker (Clinical)

6500 W 65TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60638

Cook County (708) 930-1833

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 Anita Carani's NPI number?

The NPI number for Anita Carani is 1144237546. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 1, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Anita Naheed Shah-Carani M.D..

Where is Anita Carani located?

Anita Carani practices at 6500 W 65th St, Chicago, IL 60638. The listed phone number is (708) 496-1515.

What is Anita Carani's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Adult Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QA0505X.

Is Anita Carani enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Anita Carani 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Anita Carani's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Anita Carani reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Physicians Immediate Care North Chicago LLC (Chicago, IL) and Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation (Carol Stream, IL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Anita Carani's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Anita Carani affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Anita Carani is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Anita Carani was last updated on December 5, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.