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BALAKRISHNAN NATARAJAN MD
NPI 1295799013
Internal Medicine - Sports Medicine in Des Plaines, IL

Active since April 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
606 POTTER RD, DES PLAINES, IL 60016(847) 759-9449 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 13, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 13, 2020, Jan 25, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Balakrishnan Natarajan Md NPPES

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

BALAKRISHNAN NATARAJAN MD (NPI 1295799013) is an individual sports medicine provider in Des Plaines, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036101773) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295799013
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RS0010X
Provider Legal NameBALAKRISHNAN NATARAJANCredential: MD
Location Address606 POTTER RDDes Plaines, IL 60016-5337
Mailing Address6400 Shafer Ct Ste 700Rosemont, IL 60018-4989 · (847) 692-1000 · Fax (847) 692-1001
Phone(847) 759-9449
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNorthwestern University Feinberg Medical SchoolGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateApril 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 13, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 13, 2020
✔ NPI 1295799013 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RS0010X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036101773
Definition
An internist trained to be responsible for continuous care in the field of sports medicine, not only for the enhancement of health and fitness, but also for the prevention of injury and illness. A sports medicine physician must have knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury. Knowledge about special areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation, injuries (treatment and prevention and referral practice) and the role of exercise in promoting a healthy lifestyle are essential to the practice of sports medicine. The sports medicine physician requires special education to provide the knowledge to improve the healthcare of the individual.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 036101773 (IL)
606 POTTER RD, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid036101773IL

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

Balakrishnan Natarajan 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 ID3870558232
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041124000468
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

7

Medicare enrollment records show Balakrishnan Natarajan reassigns Medicare billing to 7 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Natarajan Medical Group Of Illinois, PC
3.3 mi
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
6400 SHAFER CT STE 300
Rosemont, IL 60018
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 37 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1639430861 (847) 759-9449
Balu Natarajan MD Sc
14 mi
Internal Medicine
711 W NORTH AVE, SUITE 208
Chicago, IL 60610
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
NPI 1437350592 (312) 616-7778
Seasons Medical Group Of Maryland PC
610 mi
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
5457 TWIN KNOLLS RD, STE 100
Columbia, MD 21045
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maryland enrollment
  • 39 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1376894931 (888) 523-6000
Seasons Medical Group Of Delaware, P.A
659 mi
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
220 CONTINENTAL DR STE 407
Newark, DE 19713
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Delaware enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Seasons Medical Group Of Delaware PA
  • 17 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1457690695 (866) 443-9856
Seasons Medical Group Of Pennsylvania, P.C.
667 mi
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
2200 RENAISSANCE BLVD, SUITE 110
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Seasons Medical Group Of Pennsylvania PC
  • 9 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1780138545 (610) 382-1800
Seasons Medical Group Of Connecticut PC
762 mi
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
1579 STRAITS TPKE, SUITE 1E
Middlebury, CT 06762
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Connecticut enrollment
  • 8 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1316491004 (866) 244-2199
Seasons Medical Group Of Texas, PLLC
805 mi
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
6341 CAMPUS CIRCLE DR E STE 150
Irving, TX 75063
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 29 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1275931545 (817) 887-0017

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 3

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.
61 services35 patients
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.
30 services23 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.
13 services13 patients

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier12 claims720 services$0.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier12 claims1,440 services$0.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$17.23 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$12.63 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 5

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

MR. IBRAHIM ALDASOQI APN
Nurse Practitioner
606 POTTER RD
DES PLAINES, IL 60016
Cook County (773) 319-2317
SARAH GOUWENS
Nurse Practitioner
606 POTTER RD
DES PLAINES, IL 60016
Cook County (800) 570-8809
MRS. JENNIFER BEDNARZ APRN
Nurse Practitioner
606 POTTER RD
DES PLAINES, IL 60016
Cook County (800) 570-8809
ASHLEY ANN NAULA NP
Nurse Practitioner
606 POTTER RD
DES PLAINES, IL 60016
Cook County (800) 570-8809
KATHRYN D CAVITT I CFNP
Registered Nurse
606 POTTER RD
DES PLAINES, IL 60016
Cook County (800) 570-8809

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 Balakrishnan Natarajan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Balakrishnan Natarajan is 1295799013. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 17, 2006.

Where is Balakrishnan Natarajan located?

Balakrishnan Natarajan practices at 606 Potter Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016. The listed phone number is (847) 759-9449.

What is Balakrishnan Natarajan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RS0010X.

Is Balakrishnan Natarajan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Balakrishnan Natarajan 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 Balakrishnan Natarajan's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Balakrishnan Natarajan reassigns Medicare benefits to 7 organizations: Natarajan Medical Group Of Illinois, PC (Rosemont, IL), Balu Natarajan MD Sc (Chicago, IL), Seasons Medical Group Of Maryland PC (Columbia, MD), Seasons Medical Group Of Delaware, P.A (Newark, DE), Seasons Medical Group Of Pennsylvania, P.C. (King Of Prussia, PA) and 2 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Balakrishnan Natarajan's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Balakrishnan Natarajan was last updated on October 13, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.