DR. JOSHUA L STRAUS MD
NPI 1164417481
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Evanston, IL

Active since September 13, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.08/100
CMS Quality Rating
909 DAVIS ST STE 160, NORTHSHORE UNIV HEALTHSYSTEM DEPT PSYCHIATRY, EVANSTON, IL 60201(847) 425-6400(847) 425-6408 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 7, 2023, Feb 11, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Joshua L Straus Md NPPES

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

DR. JOSHUA L STRAUS MD (NPI 1164417481) is an individual psychiatry provider in Evanston, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036-088467) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of Medicine (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164417481
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSHUA L STRAUSCredential: MD
Location Address909 DAVIS ST STE 160, NORTHSHORE UNIV HEALTHSYSTEM DEPT PSYCHIATRYEvanston, IL 60201-3664
Mailing Address909 Davis St Ste 160, Northshore Univ Healthsystem Dept PsychiatryEvanston, IL 60201-3664 · (847) 425-6400 · Fax (847) 425-6408
Fax(847) 425-6408
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateSeptember 13, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 11, 2021
NPI 1164417481 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License Licensed in IL · 036-088467
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Psychosomatic MedicineTaxonomy 2084P0015X · License 036-088467 (IL)
909 DAVIS ST STE 160, Evanston, IL 60201

Accepted Insurance

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. Joshua L Straus 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 ID5395812044
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080922000308
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 7

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.
689 services268 patients
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.
125 services75 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
78 services54 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
50 services21 patients
Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems 96127
Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems involves a thorough evaluation of your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. It's a process where professionals study patterns over time to identify potential issues like anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions.
32 services19 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.
25 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Evanston, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number140010
Location2650 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60201 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
$183.39 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $45.84 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$74.80 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $18.70 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

93.08/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality80.79
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

Psychologist (Clinical)
909 DAVIS ST STE 160
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Social Worker (Clinical)
909 DAVIS ST STE 160
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Psychologist (Clinical)
909 DAVIS ST STE 160
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Social Worker (Clinical)
909 DAVIS ST STE 160
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Psychologist (Clinical)
909 DAVIS ST STE 160
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Psychologist (Clinical)
909 DAVIS ST STE 160
EVANSTON, IL 60201

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 Joshua Straus's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joshua Straus is 1164417481. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 13, 2005.

Where is Joshua Straus located?

Joshua Straus practices at 909 Davis St Ste 160 Northshore Univ Healthsystem Dept Psychiatry, Evanston, IL 60201. The listed phone number is (847) 425-6400.

What is Joshua Straus's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Joshua Straus enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joshua Straus 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.

What insurance does Joshua Straus accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Home State Health list Joshua Straus as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Joshua Straus affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joshua Straus is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joshua Straus was last updated on March 7, 2023. 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.