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DR. RAHUL NARESH JULKA M.D.
NPI 1235216425
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Merrillville, IN

Active since November 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
5825 BROADWAY SUITE B, MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410(219) 981-9000(219) 981-9510 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 12, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Rahul Naresh Julka M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RAHUL NARESH JULKA M.D. (NPI 1235216425) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Merrillville, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01072582A) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Advocate Trinity Hospital, and is a graduate of Loyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235216425
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameDR. RAHUL NARESH JULKACredential: M.D.
Location Address5825 BROADWAY SUITE BMerrillville, IN 46410-2664
Mailing Address5825 Broadway Suite BMerrillville, IN 46410-2664 · (219) 981-9000 · Fax (219) 981-9510
Phone(219) 981-9000
Fax(219) 981-9510
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLoyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of MedicineGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateNovember 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 12, 2013
✔ NPI 1235216425 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in IN · 01072582A
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
5825 BROADWAY SUITE B, Merrillville, IN 46410
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Rahul Naresh Julka 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 ID42364424
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090819000744
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Rahul Julka reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Illinois Gastroenterology Group, LLC
64 mi
Gastroenterology
745 FLETCHER DRIVE
Elgin, IL 60123
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 235 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1316277817 (847) 888-1300
Gi Partners Of Illinois, PLLC
64 mi
Gastroenterology
1880 W WINCHESTER RD, #201
Libertyville, IL 60048
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 74 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1548613995 (847) 247-0187

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 10

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.
170 services135 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.
100 services100 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
85 services45 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
78 services77 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
73 services57 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.
59 services56 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Advocate Trinity Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number140048
Location2320 E 93rd StChicago, IL 60617 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ingalls Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Harvey, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number140191
Location1 Ingalls DriveHarvey, IL 60426 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46410 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
$122.49 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $30.62 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.

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.

85.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.16
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost77.98

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 Rahul Julka's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rahul Julka is 1235216425. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 1, 2006.

Where is Rahul Julka located?

Rahul Julka practices at 5825 Broadway Suite B, Merrillville, IN 46410. The listed phone number is (219) 981-9000.

What is Rahul Julka's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Rahul Julka enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rahul Julka 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 organizations bill Medicare for Rahul Julka's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Rahul Julka reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Illinois Gastroenterology Group, LLC (Elgin, IL) and Gi Partners Of Illinois, PLLC (Libertyville, IL). Each 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 Rahul Julka's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Rahul Julka affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rahul Julka is affiliated with Advocate Trinity Hospital and Ingalls Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

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