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WILLIAM CHEUNG MD
NPI 1255775797
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Gurnee, IL

Active since April 27, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1425 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 301, GURNEE, IL 60031(847) 855-9152(267) 282-3886 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 27, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 11, 2023, Jan 26, 2021, Jan 15, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About William Cheung Md NPPES

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

WILLIAM CHEUNG MD (NPI 1255775797) is an individual nephrology provider in Gurnee, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036156371) and active in the NPI registry since April 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vista Medical Center East, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255775797
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameWILLIAM CHEUNGCredential: MD
Location Address1425 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 301Gurnee, IL 60031-2639
Mailing Address120 W 22nd St Ste 200Oak Brook, IL 60523-1563 · (630) 573-5000
Phone(847) 855-9152
Fax(267) 282-3886
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRush Medical College Of Rush UniversityGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateApril 27, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 27, 20255 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 27, 2025
✔ NPI 1255775797 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IL · 036156371✔ Licensed in ND · 15958
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 63344 (WI), MD202308 (OR)
1425 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 301, Gurnee, IL 60031
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 13615 NW Samaritan Dr Ste 203Corvallis, OR 97330-3771 · Phone (541) 768-6930
Location 29200 W Wisconsin Ave, Department of Internal MedicineMilwaukee, WI 53226-3522 · Phone (414) 805-6850 · Fax (414) 805-6851
Location 31475 E Belvidere Rd Ste 317Grayslake, IL 60030-2016 · Phone (847) 855-9152

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.Insurance ›

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

William Cheung 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 ID244559730
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230125000220
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show William Cheung reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

North Suburban Nephrology LLC
Same address
Specialist
1425 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 301
Gurnee, IL 60031
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 6 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1801041645 (847) 855-9252
Access Community Health Network
20 mi
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
1120 N ARLINGTON HEIGHTS RD
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 413 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1780879023 (847) 342-1554
Nephrology Associates Of Northern Illinois, Ltd.
37 mi
Nephrology
120 W 22ND ST
Oak Brook, IL 60523
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 161 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1134319924 (630) 573-5000
The Medical College Of Wisconsin, Inc.
46 mi
Internal Medicine
8701 WATERTOWN PLANK RD
Milwaukee, WI 53226
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 3,983 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1699720086 (414) 955-7101

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 8

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 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.
656 services220 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.
208 services101 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.
155 services138 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.
105 services69 patients
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
97 services22 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
91 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Vista Medical Center East

Acute Care Hospitals · Waukegan, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number140084
Location1324 North Sheridan RoadWaukegan, IL 60085 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Midwestern Region Med Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Zion, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number140100
Location2520 Elisha AvenueZion, IL 60099 · Lake County
Emergency services

Northwestern Medicine Mchenry

Acute Care Hospitals · Mchenry, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number140116
Location4201 Medical Center DriveMchenry, IL 60050 · Mc Henry County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lake Forest, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number140130
Location1000 N Westmoreland RoadLake Forest, IL 60045 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Advocate Condell Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Libertyville, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140202
Location801 S Milwaukee AveLibertyville, IL 60048 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60031 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
$137.43 typical visit price
range $59.81 – $181.38
Typical copayment $34.35 (range $14.95 – $45.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$105.07 typical visit price
range $19.15 – $147.12
Typical copayment $26.26 (range $4.78 – $36.78)
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 10

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

DR. RAKHI KHANNA D.O
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1425 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 301
GURNEE, IL 60031
Lake County (847) 855-9252
DR. LEON MICHAEL SUJATA MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1425 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 301
GURNEE, IL 60031
Lake County (847) 855-9152
KIRAN MUNIR MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1425 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 301
GURNEE, IL 60031
Lake County (847) 485-5925
DR. SALIMA DIN MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1425 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 301
GURNEE, IL 60031
Lake County (847) 855-9152
DR. OMAIMA DEGANI M.D.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1425 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 301
GURNEE, IL 60031
Lake County (847) 855-9152
MISS PRAVEENA ANN THOMAS PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1425 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 301
GURNEE, IL 60031
Lake County (847) 855-9152
NINO ALAPISHVILI
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1425 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 301
GURNEE, IL 60031
Lake County (847) 855-5215
VICTORIA GENNADIEVNA ZUBOVICH
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1425 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 301
GURNEE, IL 60031
Lake County (262) 234-2232

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 William Cheung's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Cheung is 1255775797. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 27, 2013.

Where is William Cheung located?

William Cheung practices at 1425 N Hunt Club Rd Ste 301, Gurnee, IL 60031. The listed phone number is (847) 855-9152.

What is William Cheung's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is William Cheung enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Cheung 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 William Cheung's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), William Cheung reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: North Suburban Nephrology LLC (Gurnee, IL), Access Community Health Network (Arlington Heights, IL), Nephrology Associates Of Northern Illinois, Ltd. (Oak Brook, IL) and The Medical College Of Wisconsin, Inc. (Milwaukee, WI). 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 William Cheung's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does William Cheung accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Ambetter Health of Delaware list William Cheung 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 William Cheung affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, William Cheung is affiliated with Vista Medical Center East, Midwestern Region Med Center, Inc, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry, Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital and Advocate Condell Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Cheung was last updated on July 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 months 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.