DR. SINDHU V. PILLAI M.D.
NPI 1154568137
Internal Medicine in Chicago, IL

Active since January 14, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2525 S MICHIGAN AVE, DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE, CHICAGO, IL 60616(312) 567-2000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 13, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Sindhu V. Pillai M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SINDHU V. PILLAI M.D. (NPI 1154568137) is an individual internal medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in New York (258141) and active in the NPI registry since January 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Montefiore Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154568137
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SINDHU V. PILLAICredential: M.D.
Location Address2525 S MICHIGAN AVE, DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINEChicago, IL 60616-2315
Mailing Address2525 S Michigan Ave, Department Of MedicineChicago, IL 60616-2315 · (312) 567-2000
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateJanuary 14, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 13, 2013
NPI 1154568137 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses Licensed in NY · 258141 Licensed in IL · 126425
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
2525 S MICHIGAN AVE, Chicago, IL 60616

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. Sindhu V. Pillai M.d. 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 ID3577746858
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180720000015
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 3

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.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
159 services153 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
65 services63 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
37 services35 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Montefiore Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Bronx, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330059
Location111 East 210th StreetBronx, NY 10467 · Bronx County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Nyack Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Nyack, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number330104
Location160 North Midland AvenueNyack, NY 10960 · Rockland County
Birthing friendly

St Luke's Cornwall Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Newburgh, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number330264
Location70 Dubois StreetNewburgh, NY 12550 · Orange County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

White Plains Hospital Center

Acute Care Hospitals · White Plains, NY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330304
Location41 East Post R0adWhite Plains, NY 10601 · Westchester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60616 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
$138.86 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Internal Medicine
2525 S MICHIGAN AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Psychologist (Clinical)
2525 S MICHIGAN AVE, B-390
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Psychiatry & Neurology (Addiction Medicine)
2525 S MICHIGAN AVE, B-390
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Obstetrics & Gynecology
2525 S MICHIGAN AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2525 S MICHIGAN AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2525 S MICHIGAN AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
2525 S MICHIGAN AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Dentist (General Practice)
2525 S MICHIGAN AVE, 8TH FL
CHICAGO, IL 60616

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 Sindhu Pillai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sindhu Pillai is 1154568137. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 14, 2009.

Where is Sindhu Pillai located?

Sindhu Pillai practices at 2525 S Michigan Ave Department Of Medicine, Chicago, IL 60616. The listed phone number is (312) 567-2000.

What is Sindhu Pillai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Sindhu Pillai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sindhu Pillai 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 Sindhu Pillai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sindhu Pillai is affiliated with Montefiore Medical Center, Nyack Hospital, St Luke's Cornwall Hospital and White Plains Hospital Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sindhu Pillai was last updated on December 13, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.