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DR. NATHALIE F. AZAR M.D.
NPI 1437133295
Ophthalmology in Chicago, IL

Active since December 05, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.08/100
CMS Quality Rating
1855 W TAYLOR ST, CHICAGO, IL 60612(312) 996-6599(312) 413-4916 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Nathalie F. Azar M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NATHALIE F. AZAR M.D. (NPI 1437133295) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036.117667) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics, and is a graduate of Boston University School Of Medicine (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437133295
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. NATHALIE F. AZARCredential: M.D.
Location Address1855 W TAYLOR STChicago, IL 60612
Mailing Address1855 W Taylor StChicago, IL 60612-7242 · (312) 996-6599 · Fax (312) 413-4916
Phone(312) 996-6599
Fax(312) 413-4916
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBoston University School Of MedicineGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateDecember 5, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 2018
✔ NPI 1437133295 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IL · 036.117667✔ Licensed in MA · 150551
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
1855 W TAYLOR ST, Chicago, IL 60612
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid3157466MA

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

Dr. Nathalie F. Azar 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 ID7315835030
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070515000178
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Nathalie Azar reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois
Same address
Ophthalmology
1855 W TAYLOR ST
Chicago, IL 60612
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 2,127 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1720208135 (312) 996-0933

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 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.

Exam to measure eye deviation and range of motion 92060
This is an eye exam that checks for any misalignment in your eyes, also known as deviation. It also assesses the movement range of your eyes. The procedure is painless and helps in detecting conditions like strabismus or other vision issues.
67 services44 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.
30 services28 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.
23 services22 patients
Exam to measure eye deviation and range of motion 92060
This is an eye exam that checks for any misalignment in your eyes, also known as deviation. It also assesses the movement range of your eyes. The procedure is painless and helps in detecting conditions like strabismus or other vision issues.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number140150
Location1740 West Taylor St Suite 1400Chicago, 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
$138.86 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

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.

87.08/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality70.79
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost52.82

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.

AHMAD A AREF M.D.
Ophthalmology
1855 W TAYLOR ST, SUITE 3.171
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 996-7030
GABRIELLE CAGER
Audiologist
1855 W TAYLOR ST, STE B46
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 996-1514
MS. MICHELLE MARIE BURNS
Audiologist
1855 W TAYLOR ST, SUITE B46
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 413-3431
DR. KARL BECKER M.D.
Ophthalmology
1855 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 996-7774
DR. DEANNA MARIE KATTAH MATUSIK AU.D.
Audiologist
1855 W TAYLOR ST, B46
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 996-1518
DEEPAK P EDWARD M.D.
Ophthalmology (Glaucoma Specialist)
1855 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 996-7030
RAKHI W THAMBI MD
Otolaryngology
1855 W TAYLOR ST, MC648
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 996-6582
ANGELICA SCANZERA OD
Optometrist
1855 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 996-5410

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 Nathalie Azar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nathalie Azar is 1437133295. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 5, 2005.

Where is Nathalie Azar located?

Nathalie Azar practices at 1855 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (312) 996-6599.

What is Nathalie Azar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Nathalie Azar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nathalie Azar 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 organization bills Medicare for Nathalie Azar's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Nathalie Azar reassigns Medicare benefits to The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois (Chicago, IL). The 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 Nathalie Azar's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Nathalie Azar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nathalie Azar is affiliated with University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nathalie Azar was last updated on July 17, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.