JAMES TONSGARD
NPI 1396806717
Pediatrics in Chicago, IL

Active since December 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.71/100
CMS Quality Rating
5841 S MARYLAND AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60637(888) 824-0200 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 24, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 24, 2022, May 19, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About James Tonsgard NPPES

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

JAMES TONSGARD (NPI 1396806717) is an individual pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036055773) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The University Of Chicago Medical Center, and is a graduate of Yale University School Of Medicine (1975).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396806717
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208000000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES TONSGARD
Location Address5841 S MARYLAND AVEChicago, IL 60637-1443
Mailing Address150 Harvester Dr, Suite 300Burr Ridge, IL 60527-5919
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSYale University School Of MedicineGraduated 1975
Enumeration DateDecember 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 24, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1396806717 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPediatricsAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208000000X
License Licensed in IL · 036055773
Definition
A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.
5841 S MARYLAND AVE, Chicago, IL 60637

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

James Tonsgard 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 ID6800805789
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060420000681
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 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.
26 services17 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.
15 services11 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441
A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60637 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
$94.06 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$105.70 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $26.42 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
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.

97.71/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality75.43
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
5841 S MARYLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60637
Internal Medicine
5841 S MARYLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60637
Neurological Surgery
5841 S MARYLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60637
Pathology (Hematology)
5841 S MARYLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60637
Internal Medicine
5841 S MARYLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60637
Internal Medicine
5841 S MARYLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60637
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
5841 S MARYLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60637
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
5841 S MARYLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60637

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 James Tonsgard's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Tonsgard is 1396806717. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 12, 2006.

Where is James Tonsgard located?

James Tonsgard practices at 5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637. The listed phone number is (888) 824-0200.

What is James Tonsgard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pediatrics with taxonomy code 208000000X.

Is James Tonsgard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Tonsgard 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 James Tonsgard affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Tonsgard is affiliated with The University Of Chicago Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Tonsgard was last updated on October 24, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.