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JOHN PAUL SIMS MD
NPI 1306850771
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Melrose Park, IL

Active since July 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
701 W NORTH AVE, MELROSE PARK, IL 60160(708) 681-3202 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About John Paul Sims Md NPPES

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

JOHN PAUL SIMS MD (NPI 1306850771) is an individual pain medicine provider in Melrose Park, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (36096503) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of R Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical School (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306850771
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X
Provider Legal NameJOHN PAUL SIMSCredential: MD
Location Address701 W NORTH AVEMelrose Park, IL 60160-1612
Mailing Address1121 Lake Cook Road, Suite MDeerfield, IL 60015-5234 · (847) 945-4550 · Fax (847) 948-8103
Phone(708) 681-3202
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSR Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical SchoolGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJuly 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 2025
✔ NPI 1306850771 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207LP2900X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 36096503
Definition
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Also ListedAnesthesiologyTaxonomy 207L00000X · License 36096503 (IL)
701 W NORTH AVE, Melrose Park, IL 60160
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid36096503IL

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

John Paul Sims 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 ID9436051653
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040127000122
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 11

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.

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
97 services97 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
94 services94 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into knee nerve branch using imaging guidance 64454
This procedure involves injecting anesthetic and/or steroid medication into a knee nerve branch. Imaging technology is used to ensure accurate placement of the needle. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in the knee area.
75 services75 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.
58 services58 patients
Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214
Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.
53 services53 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 01810
Anesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.
50 services50 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · La Grange, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140065
Location5101 S Willow Springs RdLa Grange, IL 60525 · Cook County
Emergency services

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. HENRY GIACINTO M. D.
Emergency Medicine
701 W NORTH AVE
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
Cook County (708) 681-3200
FABIOLA ADRIANA NAVA-LOPEZ APN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
701 W NORTH AVE
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
Cook County (708) 681-3200
VICTORIA PREWITT
Case Manager/Care Coordinator
701 W NORTH AVE
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
Cook County (708) 538-4816
GOTTLIEB MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Clinic/Center (Adult Day Care)
701 W NORTH AVE
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
Cook County (708) 538-5700
KIMBERLY NICOLE STANFORD CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
701 W NORTH AVE, ANESTHESIA DEPARTMENT
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
Cook County (708) 681-7859
CEPAMERICA ILLINOIS LLP
Emergency Medicine
701 W NORTH AVE
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
Cook County (708) 681-3200
JULIE BARTOSKI
Occupational Therapist
701 W NORTH AVE
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
Cook County (708) 681-3200
DR. NICOLETTE MARIE BERNHARDT PSYD
Psychologist (Clinical)
701 W NORTH AVE
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
Cook County (708) 681-3200

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 John Sims's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Sims is 1306850771. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 28, 2006.

Where is John Sims located?

John Sims practices at 701 W North Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160. The listed phone number is (708) 681-3202.

What is John Sims's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Is John Sims enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Sims 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.

Is John Sims affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Sims is affiliated with Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Sims was last updated on September 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.