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DR. AVREY THAU MD
NPI 1164981916
Ophthalmology - Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Chicago, IL

Active since March 19, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
4445 W IRVING PARK RD STE 330, CHICAGO, IL 60641(312) 695-8150(312) 921-0385 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 22, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 22, 2024, Sep 7, 2024, Oct 20, 2023 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Avrey Thau Md NPPES

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

DR. AVREY THAU MD (NPI 1164981916) is an individual cornea and external diseases specialist in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036164051) and active in the NPI registry since March 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164981916
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207WX0120X
Provider Legal NameDR. AVREY THAUCredential: MD
Location Address4445 W IRVING PARK RD STE 330Chicago, IL 60641-2808
Mailing Address259 E Erie St Ste 1520Chicago, IL 60611-3111 · (312) 695-8150 · Fax (312) 695-3652
Phone(312) 695-8150
Fax(312) 921-0385
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateMarch 19, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 22, 20246 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 22, 2024
✔ NPI 1164981916 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Cornea and External Diseases SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207WX0120X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036164051
Definition
An ophthalmologist who specializes in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye.
4445 W IRVING PARK RD STE 330, Chicago, IL 60641
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Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 12115 Leiter RdMiamisburg, OH 45342-3600 · Phone (937) 384-6800 · Fax (937) 384-6938
Location 2645 N Michigan Ave Ste 440Chicago, IL 60611-5899 · Phone (312) 503-3649
Location 31160 W Michigan StIndianapolis, IN 46202-5209 · Phone (317) 944-2020
Location 4259 E Erie St Ste 1520Chicago, IL 60611-3111 · Phone (312) 695-8150 · Fax (312) 695-3652

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Avrey Thau 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 ID2567703465
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230623002019
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Avrey Thau reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation
27 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 5

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 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.
47 services45 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.
31 services31 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.
30 services30 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
21 services20 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.
16 services16 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 60641 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
$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.

94.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality82.59
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

PAIGE BOWERS OD
Optometrist
4445 W IRVING PARK RD STE 330
CHICAGO, IL 60641
Cook County (312) 695-8150

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 Avrey Thau's NPI number?

The NPI number for Avrey Thau is 1164981916. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 19, 2019.

Where is Avrey Thau located?

Avrey Thau practices at 4445 W Irving Park Rd Ste 330, Chicago, IL 60641. The listed phone number is (312) 695-8150.

What is Avrey Thau's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0120X.

Is Avrey Thau enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Avrey Thau 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 organization bills Medicare for Avrey Thau's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Avrey Thau reassigns Medicare benefits to Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation (Carol Stream, IL). The 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 Avrey Thau's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Avrey Thau affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Avrey Thau is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Avrey Thau was last updated on September 22, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.