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JAMES FRANK BOFFA M.D.
NPI 1164433181
Surgery in Chicago, IL

Active since August 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.08/100
CMS Quality Rating
5140 N CALIFORNIA AVE, SUITE 780, CHICAGO, IL 60625(773) 273-6810(773) 271-5532 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 10, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About James Frank Boffa M.d. NPPES

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

JAMES FRANK BOFFA M.D. (NPI 1164433181) is an individual surgery provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036086529) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Skokie.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164433181
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES FRANK BOFFACredential: M.D.
Location Address5140 N CALIFORNIA AVE, SUITE 780Chicago, IL 60625-3645
Mailing Address2650 Ridge Ave Ste 1223Evanston, IL 60201-1700 · (847) 570-2040 · Fax (847) 733-5315
Phone(773) 273-6810
Fax(773) 271-5532
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateAugust 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 10, 2021
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 10, 2021
✔ NPI 1164433181 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036086529
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
5140 N CALIFORNIA AVE, Chicago, IL 60625
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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)James Frank Boffa Md

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 19650 Gross Point Rd Ste 3900Skokie, IL 60076-5085 · Phone (847) 570-1700 · Fax (847) 982-1098

Other Identifiers 4

Other5077503IL · Aetna
Other0001630046IL · Bc Bs Of Il
Medicaid036086529 2IL
Medicaid036086529 4IL

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

James Frank Boffa 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 ID7810978020
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060922000073
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 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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 15 minutes or more 99202
This service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
66 services66 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
30 services23 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.
23 services23 patients
Repair of groin hernia (5 years or older) 49505
Repair of a groin hernia is a procedure aimed at fixing an abnormal bulge that can occur in the area between your abdomen and thigh. This condition happens when tissue pushes through a weak spot in your lower abdominal wall. The repair procedure returns this tissue back to its proper place.
17 services17 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 60625 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
$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 20

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

DR. CHATHUSHKI BANDARA DO
Emergency Medicine
5140 N CALIFORNIA AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60625
Cook County (773) 878-8200
PIERCE MICHAEL PATERAKOS
Internal Medicine
5140 N CALIFORNIA AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60625
Cook County (773) 878-8200
DR. VASEEM QURESHI M.D.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
5140 N CALIFORNIA AVE, SUITE 700
CHICAGO, IL 60625
Cook County (773) 784-2101
DR. WASAY HUMAYUN M.D.
Family Medicine
5140 N CALIFORNIA AVE, STE 700
CHICAGO, IL 60625
Cook County (773) 784-2101
DR JOSEPH S KIM DPM
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
5140 N CALIFORNIA AVE, STE 515
CHICAGO, IL 60625
Cook County (773) 989-1699
DR. MORGAN CLEM DO
Hospitalist
5140 N CALIFORNIA AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60625
Cook County (217) 836-1376
LLOYD QUINN YOUNG
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
5140 N CALIFORNIA AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60625
Cook County (773) 878-8200
SHANNON SIKKILA N.P.
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
5140 N CALIFORNIA AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60625
Cook County (773) 293-4178

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 James Boffa's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Boffa is 1164433181. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 11, 2006. The provider is also known as James Frank Boffa MD.

Where is James Boffa located?

James Boffa practices at 5140 N California Ave Suite 780, Chicago, IL 60625. The listed phone number is (773) 273-6810.

What is James Boffa's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is James Boffa enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Boffa 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 James Boffa affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Boffa is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Boffa was last updated on February 10, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.