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DR. PHILIP JOSEPH ALEXANDER M.D.
NPI 1437159142
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Oak Lawn, IL

Active since July 22, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4400 W 95TH ST STE 308, OAK LAWN, IL 60453(708) 346-4040(708) 346-3287 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 15, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 15, 2021, Dec 7, 2021, Feb 14, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Philip Joseph Alexander M.d. NPPES

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

DR. PHILIP JOSEPH ALEXANDER M.D. (NPI 1437159142) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Oak Lawn, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036103356) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Advocate Trinity Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437159142
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. PHILIP JOSEPH ALEXANDERCredential: M.D.
Location Address4400 W 95TH ST STE 308Oak Lawn, IL 60453-2660
Mailing Address9500 Bormet Dr Ste 204Mokena, IL 60448-8399 · (708) 346-4040 · Fax (708) 346-3287
Phone(708) 346-4040
Fax(708) 346-3287
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJuly 22, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 15, 20214 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 15, 2021
✔ NPI 1437159142 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036103356
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
4400 W 95TH ST STE 308, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
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Other Identifiers 6

Medicaid036103356IL
OtherF400339847IL · Medicare Ptan
Other01618941IL · Bcbs
Medicaid200800780CIL
Medicaid200800780AIN
Medicaid200800780EIN

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

Dr. Philip Joseph Alexander 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 ID7315988060
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050512000823
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.

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.
94 services47 patients
Evaluation of lower heart chamber assist device 93750
An evaluation of a lower heart chamber assist device is a procedure to check the function of an implanted device aiding your heart's lower chambers. This helps ensure optimal heart function by monitoring the device's performance and your heart's response to it.
65 services15 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.
37 services25 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
33 services33 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
31 services31 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.
28 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Advocate Trinity Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number140048
Location2320 E 93rd StChicago, IL 60617 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Riverside Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Kankakee, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140186
Location350 N Wall StKankakee, IL 60901 · Kankakee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Oak Lawn, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140208
Location4440 W 95th StreetOak Lawn, IL 60453 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60453 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
$183.39 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $45.84 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

NINA DELAVARI D.O
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
4400 W 95TH ST STE 308
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Cook County (708) 346-4040
ZACHARY BYINGTON PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
4400 W 95TH ST STE 308
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Cook County (708) 346-4040
MRS. ANNIE AUN WEI PAUWAA PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
4400 W 95TH ST STE 308
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Cook County (708) 346-4040
CHELSEA JARIWALA PA
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
4400 W 95TH ST STE 308
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Cook County (708) 346-4040
DR. DAVID R. STERN MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
4400 W 95TH ST STE 308
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Cook County (708) 346-4040
DR. PATROKLOS STEVEN PAPPAS M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
4400 W 95TH ST STE 308
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Cook County (708) 346-4040
MR. ABRAHAM KATZ MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
4400 W 95TH ST STE 308
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Cook County (708) 346-4040
CHRISTINA M CARABALLO PA-C
Physician Assistant
4400 W 95TH ST STE 308
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Cook County (708) 346-4040

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 Philip Alexander's NPI number?

The NPI number for Philip Alexander is 1437159142. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 22, 2005.

Where is Philip Alexander located?

Philip Alexander practices at 4400 W 95th St Ste 308, Oak Lawn, IL 60453. The listed phone number is (708) 346-4040.

What is Philip Alexander's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Philip Alexander enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Philip Alexander 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 Philip Alexander affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Philip Alexander is affiliated with Advocate Trinity Hospital, Riverside Medical Center and Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Philip Alexander was last updated on December 15, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.