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NICHOLAS JOHN SKERTICH M.D.
NPI 1417319377
Surgery in Chicago, IL

Active since March 22, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1750 W HARRISON ST, SUITE 785, CHICAGO, IL 60612(312) 942-6510 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 9, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 9, 2023, Mar 22, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Nicholas John Skertich M.d. NPPES

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

NICHOLAS JOHN SKERTICH M.D. (NPI 1417319377) is an individual surgery provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036163819) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Copley Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv University (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417319377
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameNICHOLAS JOHN SKERTICHCredential: M.D.
Location Address1750 W HARRISON ST, SUITE 785Chicago, IL 60612-3825
Mailing Address1750 W Harrison St, Suite 785Chicago, IL 60612-3825 · (312) 942-6510
Phone(312) 942-6510
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSClvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv UniversityGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJune 9, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 9, 2023
✔ NPI 1417319377 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036163819
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
1750 W HARRISON ST, Chicago, IL 60612
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Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Nicholas John Skertich 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 ID7214229228
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230630001908
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 4

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.
26 services16 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.
26 services19 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.
21 services21 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
17 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Copley Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Aurora, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140029
Location2000 Ogden AvenueAurora, IL 60504 · Kane County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Rush Oak Park Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Oak Park, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140063
Location520 S Maple AveOak Park, IL 60304 · Cook County
Emergency services

Rush University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140119
Location1653 West Congress ParkwayChicago, IL 60612 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60612 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
$74.80 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $18.70 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 20

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

SITARAM VENKATA CHIVUKULA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1750 W HARRISON ST, SUITE 785
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-6510
MS. AMY KRISTEEN WINSTON AU.D.
Audiologist
1750 W HARRISON ST, 203 SENN
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-5332
DR. BRETT MICHAEL MAHON M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1750 W HARRISON ST, JELKE, SUITE 570
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-5260
DR. MOHAMED RAFAT AKKAD WATTAR MD
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1750 W HARRISON ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-5471
CHERYL ELISE HORNSBY MD
Surgery
1750 W HARRISON ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-6510
DR. ANTON N DIETZEN M.D., D.C.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine)
1750 W HARRISON ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-6510
TALIB CHAUDHRY MD
Surgery
1750 W HARRISON ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-6510
DR. LISA ANN PITELKA M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1750 W HARRISON ST, 570 JELKE, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-5260

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 Nicholas Skertich's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Skertich is 1417319377. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2016.

Where is Nicholas Skertich located?

Nicholas Skertich practices at 1750 W Harrison St Suite 785, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (312) 942-6510.

What is Nicholas Skertich's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Nicholas Skertich enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Skertich 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.

What insurance does Nicholas Skertich accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Home State Health list Nicholas Skertich 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 Nicholas Skertich affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Skertich is affiliated with Copley Memorial Hospital, Rush Oak Park Hospital and Rush University Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Skertich was last updated on June 9, 2023. 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.