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DR. KRISTOPHER JOHN WNEK M.D.
NPI 1205192416
Emergency Medicine in Chicago, IL

Active since April 02, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1900 W POLK ST, 10TH FLOOR, DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE, CHICAGO, IL 60612(312) 864-0060 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 3, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 3, 2022, Jun 21, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Kristopher John Wnek M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KRISTOPHER JOHN WNEK M.D. (NPI 1205192416) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Indiana (01075176A) and active in the NPI registry since April 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Aurora Health Care Central Inc, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1205192416
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KRISTOPHER JOHN WNEKCredential: M.D.
Location Address1900 W POLK ST, 10TH FLOOR, DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICINEChicago, IL 60612-3723
Mailing Address1900 W Polk St, 10th Floor, Department Of Emergency MedicineChicago, IL 60612-3723
Phone(312) 864-0060
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateApril 2, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 3, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 3, 2022
✔ NPI 1205192416 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in IN · 01075176A
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
1900 W POLK ST, Chicago, IL 60612
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare).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. Kristopher John Wnek 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 ID5890005862
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160811002218
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 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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
239 services231 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
91 services69 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.
69 services69 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
41 services39 patients
Ultrasound of heart, follow-up 93308
A follow-up ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your heart. It helps doctors monitor your heart's function and structures after initial assessment or treatment.
26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Aurora Health Care Central Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Sheboygan, WI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520035
Location3400 Union AveSheboygan, WI 53081 · Sheboygan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Aurora Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Grafton, WI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520207
Location975 Port Washington RoadGrafton, WI 53024 · Ozaukee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60612 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.

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. CARMENCITA GARCIA SENSENG MD
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1900 W POLK ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 864-7561
DR. REBECCA BOWER-LEWIS M.D.
Emergency Medicine
1900 W POLK ST, SUITE 1053
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 864-0060
JOHN STROGER JR. HOSPITAL OF THE COOK COUNTY
General Acute Care Hospital
1900 W POLK ST, DEPT OF EM 10TH FLOOR
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 864-0060
SARAH AHMED CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1900 W POLK ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 864-0452
MS. JENNIFER MARY DUFF APN
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
1900 W POLK ST, 1143
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 864-4150
DR. MATTHEW Y RHEE M.D.
Emergency Medicine
1900 W POLK ST, DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 864-0062
IRENE STEPHANIE ALEXANDRA ALUEN METZNER M.D.
Internal Medicine
1900 W POLK ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 864-4462
DR. NIVA SHAKYA M.D.
Pediatrics
1900 W POLK ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 864-4505

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 Kristopher Wnek's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kristopher Wnek is 1205192416. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 2, 2012.

Where is Kristopher Wnek located?

Kristopher Wnek practices at 1900 W Polk St 10th Floor, Department Of Emergency Medicine, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (312) 864-0060.

What is Kristopher Wnek's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Kristopher Wnek enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kristopher Wnek 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 Kristopher Wnek accept?

Health plans from CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) list Kristopher Wnek 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 Kristopher Wnek affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kristopher Wnek is affiliated with Aurora Health Care Central Inc and Aurora Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kristopher Wnek was last updated on February 3, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.