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DR. ALLISON BROOKE KESSLER VEAR M.D.
NPI 1255694170
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Spinal Cord Injury Medicine in Chicago, IL

Q: What is Allison Kessler Vear's NPI number?

The NPI number for Allison Kessler Vear is 1255694170. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 18, 2012.

Q: What is Allison Kessler Vear's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializing in Spinal Cord Injury Medicine, with taxonomy code 2081P0004X.

Active since June 18, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

80.51/100

CMS Quality Rating

355 E ERIE ST, CHICAGO, IL 60611(312) 238-1000(312) 238-3695 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 17, 2026, Apr 26, 2022, Dec 5, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Allison Brooke Kessler Vear M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALLISON BROOKE KESSLER VEAR M.D. (NPI 1255694170) is an individual spinal cord injury medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036-142536) and active in the NPI registry since June 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The University Of Chicago Medical Center, and is a graduate of Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255694170

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2081P0004X

Provider Legal NameDR. ALLISON BROOKE KESSLER VEARCredential: M.D.

Location Address355 E ERIE STChicago, IL 60611-3167

Mailing Address355 E Erie StChicago, IL 60611-3167 · (312) 238-1000

Phone(312) 238-1000

Fax(312) 238-3695

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSNorthwestern University Feinberg Medical SchoolGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateJune 18, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 17, 2026

✔ NPI 1255694170 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation · Spinal Cord Injury MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2081P0004X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 036-142536

Definition

A physician who addresses the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and management of traumatic spinal cord injury and non-traumatic etiologies of spinal cord dysfunction by working in an interdisciplinary manner. Care is provided to patients of all ages on a lifelong basis and covers related medical, physical, psychological and vocational disabilities and complications.

Also ListedPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationTaxonomy 208100000X · License 036-142536 (IL)

355 E ERIE ST, Chicago, IL 60611

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid036142536-1IL

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. Allison Brooke Kessler Vear 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 ID547564577

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170720002912

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 6

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.

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.

546 services101 patients

Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function 74230

This process, known as a swallowing study, uses imaging technology to view how food and liquid move from your mouth to your stomach. It helps identify any issues you may have swallowing, which can be crucial for determining the best treatment plan.

36 services32 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.

32 services26 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

27 services26 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

24 services23 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

The University Of Chicago Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number140088

Location5841 South MarylandChicago, IL 60637 · Cook County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

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.

80.51/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

84.47

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

26.22

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 24

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Male external catheter, with or without adhesive, disposable, each A4349

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

2 suppliers15 claims520 services$1.83 avg. paid by Medicare

Intermittent urinary catheter; straight tip, with or without coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer, or hydrophilic, etc.), each A4351

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N

5 suppliers33 claims5,200 services$1.60 avg. paid by Medicare

Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

3 suppliers20 claims40 services$9.40 avg. paid by Medicare

Tracheal suction catheter, closed system, each A4605

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier12 claims120 services$15.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Tracheostomy, inner cannula A4623

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier12 claims360 services$5.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Canister, disposable, used with suction pump, each A7000

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers18 claims55 services$7.06 avg. paid by Medicare

Tracheostomy tube collar/holder, each A7526

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier12 claims332 services$2.97 avg. paid by Medicare

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

5 suppliers32 claims32 services$53.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, without mattress E0261

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

3 suppliers18 claims18 services$39.31 avg. paid by Medicare

Powered pressure-reducing air mattress E0277

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

2 suppliers16 claims16 services$137.22 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$15.77 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with invasive interface, (e.g., tracheostomy tube) E0465

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

1 supplier12 claims24 services$922.57 avg. paid by Medicare

Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

7 suppliers45 claims45 services$40.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Heel loop/holder, any type, with or without ankle strap, each E0951

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

3 suppliers11 claims18 services$14.73 avg. paid by Medicare

Manual wheelchair accessory, wheel lock brake extension (handle), each E0961

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

2 suppliers40 claims80 services$1.58 avg. paid by Medicare

Manual wheelchair accessory, anti-tipping device, each E0971

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

2 suppliers40 claims79 services$2.24 avg. paid by Medicare

Wheelchair accessory, positioning belt/safety belt/pelvic strap, each E0978

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

1 supplier31 claims31 services$1.89 avg. paid by Medicare

Wheelchair accessory, manual swingaway, retractable or removable mounting hardware for joystick, other control interface or positioning accessory E1028

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

2 suppliers11 claims24 services$172.71 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

3 suppliers24 claims24 services$73.67 avg. paid by Medicare

Manual wheelchair accessory, nonstandard seat frame, width greater than or equal to 20 inches and less than 24 inches E2201

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$21.10 avg. paid by Medicare

General use wheelchair back cushion, width less than 22 inches, any height, including any type mounting hardware E2611

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

1 supplier17 claims17 services$11.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

3 suppliers45 claims45 services$19.41 avg. paid by Medicare

Lightweight wheelchair K0003

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

2 suppliers30 claims30 services$25.04 avg. paid by Medicare

Repair or nonroutine service for durable medical equipment other than oxygen equipment requiring the skill of a technician, labor component, per 15 minutes K0739

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers11 claims44 services$13.43 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

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