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CHITHRA POONGKUNRAN M.D.
NPI 1477782548
Specialist/Technologist - Athletic Trainer in Chicago, IL

Active since July 09, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
840 S WOOD ST STE 1222, CHICAGO, IL 60612(312) 996-1795 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 2, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 2, 2023, May 18, 2020, Feb 21, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

About Chithra Poongkunran M.d. NPPES

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

CHITHRA POONGKUNRAN M.D. (NPI 1477782548) is an individual athletic trainer provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036.147787) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth, and maintains a secondary practice location in Shenandoah.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477782548
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2255A2300X
Provider Legal NameCHITHRA POONGKUNRANCredential: M.D.
Location Address840 S WOOD ST STE 1222Chicago, IL 60612-4325
Mailing Address11511 Shadow Creek PkwyPearland, TX 77584-7298 · (713) 442-0000
Phone(312) 996-1795
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJuly 9, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 2, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 2, 2023
✔ NPI 1477782548 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 5

★ Primary SpecialtySpecialist/Technologist · Athletic TrainerRespiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Taxonomy Code2255A2300X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036.147787
Definition
Athletic trainers are allied health care professionals who work in consultation with or under the direction of physicians, and specialize in the prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses. Currently, the entry-level employment requirements are a bachelor's degree with a major in athletic training from an accredited university or college. A majority of athletic trainers hold advanced degrees. National board certification is generally required as a condition of state licensure and employment. Most states regulate athletic trainers, and they practice within the scope of that license or regulation. Clinical practice includes emergency care, rehabilitation, reconditioning, therapeutic exercise, wellness programs, exercise physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology and health care administration.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License U5206 (TX), 036.147787 (IL), 46337 (AZ)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License U5206 (TX)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Sleep MedicineTaxonomy 207RS0012X · License U5206 (TX), 036.147787 (IL)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 57-015873 (OH)
840 S WOOD ST STE 1222, Chicago, IL 60612
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1106 Vision Park BlvdShenandoah, TX 77384-3000 · Phone (713) 442-1800

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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

Chithra Poongkunran 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 ID4880840909
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231110000527
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.

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Worth, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number450135
Location1301 Pennsylvania AvenueFort Worth, TX 76104 · Tarrant County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medical City Arlington

Acute Care Hospitals · Arlington, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450675
Location3301 Matlock RoadArlington, TX 76015 · Tarrant County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Texas Health Heart & Vascular Hospital Arlington

Acute Care Hospitals · Arlington, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number670071
Location811 Wright StreetArlington, TX 76012 · Tarrant County

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 Chithra Poongkunran's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chithra Poongkunran is 1477782548. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 9, 2009.

Where is Chithra Poongkunran located?

Chithra Poongkunran practices at 840 S Wood St Ste 1222, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (312) 996-1795.

What is Chithra Poongkunran's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist/Technologist, specializing in Athletic Trainer, with taxonomy code 2255A2300X.

Is Chithra Poongkunran enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chithra Poongkunran 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 Chithra Poongkunran accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Chithra Poongkunran 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 Chithra Poongkunran affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chithra Poongkunran is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth, Medical City Arlington and Texas Health Heart & Vascular Hospital Arlington.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chithra Poongkunran was last updated on October 2, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.