DR. ARA KAREKIN PRIDJIAN MD
NPI 1447344502
Surgery - Vascular Surgery in Chicago, IL

Active since October 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1740 W TAYLOR ST, CHICAGO, IL 60612(517) 881-6671 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 9, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Ara Karekin Pridjian Md NPPES

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

DR. ARA KAREKIN PRIDJIAN MD (NPI 1447344502) is an individual vascular surgery provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Michigan (4301054833) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Edward W Sparrow Hospital, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Wisconsin (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447344502
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0129X
Provider Legal NameDR. ARA KAREKIN PRIDJIANCredential: MD
Location Address1740 W TAYLOR STChicago, IL 60612-7232
Mailing AddressPo Box 13008Lansing, MI 48901-3008 · (517) 364-6253 · Fax (517) 364-6208
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of WisconsinGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateOctober 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 9, 2025
NPPES CertifiedJune 9, 2025
NPI 1447344502 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgery · Vascular SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0129X
Licenses Licensed in MI · 4301054833 Licensed in IL · 036067908
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of surgical disorders of the blood vessels, excluding the intracranial vessels or the heart.
1740 W TAYLOR ST, Chicago, IL 60612

Other Identifiers 2

Other3303301291MI · Bcbs Individual Pin
Medicaid4847116MI

Accepted Insurance

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. Ara Karekin Pridjian 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 ID3173531563
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250618000772
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.

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.
106 services84 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
27 services27 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
16 services13 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.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Edward W Sparrow Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lansing, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230230
Location1215 E Michigan AvenueLansing, MI 48912 · Ingham 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.

Occupational Therapist
1740 W TAYLOR ST, C100
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
1740 W TAYLOR ST, 3F OCC
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Orthopaedic Surgery (Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery)
1740 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Anesthesiology
1740 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
1740 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Family Medicine
1740 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Ophthalmology
1740 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Emergency Medicine
1740 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612

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 Ara Pridjian's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ara Pridjian is 1447344502. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 3, 2006.

Where is Ara Pridjian located?

Ara Pridjian practices at 1740 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (517) 881-6671.

What is Ara Pridjian's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Vascular Surgery, with taxonomy code 2086S0129X.

Is Ara Pridjian enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ara Pridjian 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 Ara Pridjian accept?

Health plans from McLaren Health Plan Community list Ara Pridjian 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 Ara Pridjian affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ara Pridjian is affiliated with Edward W Sparrow Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ara Pridjian was last updated on June 9, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 months 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.