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DR. CHRISTOPHER THEODORE KARDASIS M.D.
NPI 1457402919
Ophthalmology in Hazel Crest, IL

Active since January 12, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.85/100
CMS Quality Rating
17850 KEDZIE AVE, DOCTORS PAVILION SUITE 1200, HAZEL CREST, IL 60429(708) 799-3720(708) 799-3733 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher Theodore Kardasis M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER THEODORE KARDASIS M.D. (NPI 1457402919) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Hazel Crest, Illinois and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Advocate Trinity Hospital, and is a graduate of Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457402919
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER THEODORE KARDASISCredential: M.D.
Location Address17850 KEDZIE AVE, DOCTORS PAVILION SUITE 1200Hazel Crest, IL 60429-2058
Mailing Address17850 Kedzie Ave, Doctors Pavilion Suite 1200Hazel Crest, IL 60429-2058 · (708) 799-3720 · Fax (708) 799-3733
Phone(708) 799-3720
Fax(708) 799-3733
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNorthwestern University Feinberg Medical SchoolGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateJanuary 12, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2007
✔ NPI 1457402919 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
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.
17850 KEDZIE AVE, Hazel Crest, IL 60429
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare UPING50965IL
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedK11142IL · Medicare Provider Number
Other01620286IL · Bcbs Provider Number
Other30022730030338IL · Advocate Provider Number

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher Theodore Kardasis 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 ID1759342033
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041021000712
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 Christopher Kardasis reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Christopher T. Kardasis M.D., S.C.
Same address
Ophthalmology
17850 KEDZIE AVE, DOCTORS PAVILION SUITE 1200
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Christopher T Kardasis MD Sc
NPI 1104948967 (708) 799-3720

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 10

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.
473 services235 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
294 services293 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
105 services96 patients
Photography of content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
105 services97 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
85 services85 patients
Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power 76519
An ultrasound scan for the eye is a safe, non-invasive procedure. It uses sound waves to create images of your eye's structure. This helps determine the length of your eye and the power of your lens, which is crucial for diagnosing eye conditions and planning surgeries.
80 services51 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

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

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Park Ridge, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140223
Location1775 Dempster StPark Ridge, IL 60068 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60429 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.

77.85/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality87.46
Improvement Activities40
Cost37.81

Reported Quality Measures

Cataracts: 20/40 or Better Visual Acuity within 90 Days Following Cataract Surgery
100%72 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
99%453 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
59%201 patients2/55-star benchmark: 91%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Reduction of Intraocular Pressure (IOP) by 15% OR Documentation of a Plan of Care
98%305 patients
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 1,118 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 1,118 patients
0%1,118 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

VARSHA BHAN MD SC
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
17850 KEDZIE AVE, SUITE 1700
HAZEL CREST, IL 60429
Cook County (708) 669-1630
DR. SHAMA R. MEHTA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
17850 KEDZIE AVE
HAZEL CREST, IL 60429
Cook County (708) 957-4011
NEILESH SHAH MD
Family Medicine
17850 KEDZIE AVE, 3200
HAZEL CREST, IL 60429
Cook County (708) 798-8112
DR. DAVID DREYFUSS M.D,
Plastic Surgery
17850 KEDZIE AVE, SUITE 2200
HAZEL CREST, IL 60429
Cook County (708) 799-9782
AUNT MARTHA'S YOUTH SERVICE CENTER, INC.
Clinic/Center (Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC))
17850 KEDZIE AVE, SUITE 3200
HAZEL CREST, IL 60429
Cook County (708) 335-5201
CHRISTOPHER T. KARDASIS M.D., S.C.
Ophthalmology
17850 KEDZIE AVE, DOCTORS PAVILION SUITE 1200
HAZEL CREST, IL 60429
Cook County (708) 799-3720
MOTILAL A. BHATIA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
17850 KEDZIE AVE, 2100
HAZEL CREST, IL 60429
Cook County (708) 957-4010
SUBBA RAO MD SC
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
17850 KEDZIE AVE, SUITE 3000
HAZEL CREST, IL 60429
Cook County (708) 798-7878

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 Christopher Kardasis's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Kardasis is 1457402919. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 12, 2007.

Where is Christopher Kardasis located?

Christopher Kardasis practices at 17850 Kedzie Ave Doctors Pavilion Suite 1200, Hazel Crest, IL 60429. The listed phone number is (708) 799-3720.

What is Christopher Kardasis's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Kardasis enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Kardasis 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 Christopher Kardasis's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Kardasis reassigns Medicare benefits to Christopher T. Kardasis M.D., S.C. (Hazel Crest, 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 Christopher Kardasis's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Kardasis accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Ambetter Health of Delaware list Christopher Kardasis 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 Christopher Kardasis affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Kardasis is affiliated with Advocate Trinity Hospital, Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center and Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Kardasis was last updated on July 9, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.