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BHANU K VAKKALANKA M.D.
NPI 1578766796
Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology in Normal, IL

Active since June 06, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
407 E VERNON AVE, NORMAL, IL 61761(309) 451-8500(309) 451-2299 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 14, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 16, 2023, Nov 10, 2020, Sep 21, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Bhanu K Vakkalanka M.d. NPPES

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

BHANU K VAKKALANKA M.D. (NPI 1578766796) is an individual medical oncology provider in Normal, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036125938) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Genesis Hlth System Dba Genesis Mdl Ctr-illini, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578766796
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RX0202X
Provider Legal NameBHANU K VAKKALANKACredential: M.D.
Location Address407 E VERNON AVENormal, IL 61761-3813
Mailing Address611 W. Park St, FapcUrbana, IL 61801
Phone(309) 451-8500
Fax(309) 451-2299
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJune 6, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 14, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 13, 2024
✔ NPI 1578766796 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Medical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RX0202X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IL · 036125938✔ Licensed in MN · 60946
Definition
An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 57010826 (OH)
407 E VERNON AVE, Normal, IL 61761
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1500 John Deere Rd Ste 102Moline, IL 61265-6892 · Phone (309) 779-4940 ext. 4983 · Fax (309) 779-4989
Location 21400 Pin Oak DrCarterville, IL 62918-1600 · Phone (618) 985-3333

Accepted Insurance

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

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

Bhanu K Vakkalanka 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 ID3072705789
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101012001232, I20221201000141
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 Reassignments

5

Medicare enrollment records show Bhanu Vakkalanka reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Carle West Physician Group Inc
0.5 mi
Family Medicine
1302 FRANKLIN AVE STE 3400
Normal, IL 61761
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 698 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1467074138 (309) 556-8295
Carle Eureka Hospital
21 mi
Critical Access
101 S MAJOR ST
Eureka, IL 61530
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 97 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1184644023 (309) 467-2371
Trinity Medical Center
107 mi
Emergency Medicine
2701 17TH ST
Rock Island, IL 61201
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa and Illinois enrollments
  • 138 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568414134 (309) 779-5000
Mercy Specialty Clinic
112 mi
Family Medicine
2400 LILLIAN WAY
Clinton, IA 52732
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 183 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1528622131 (563) 243-1200
Southern Illinois Medical Services, Nfp
192 mi
Internal Medicine
1239 E MAIN ST
Carbondale, IL 62901
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 702 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1770656837 (618) 457-5200

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 6

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.
303 services138 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.
155 services73 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.
49 services37 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
47 services47 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
24 services22 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Genesis Hlth System Dba Genesis Mdl Ctr-Illini

Acute Care Hospitals · Silvis, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number140275
Location801 Illini DrSilvis, IL 61282 · Rock Island County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Trinity Rock Island

Acute Care Hospitals · Rock Island, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140280
Location2701 17th StRock Island, IL 61201 · Rock Island County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hammond Henry Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Geneseo, IL
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number141319
Location600 N College AvenueGeneseo, IL 61254 · Henry County
Emergency services

Trinity Muscatine

Acute Care Hospitals · Muscatine, IA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160013
Location1518 Mulberry AvenueMuscatine, IA 52761 · Muscatine County
Emergency services

Trinity - Bettendorf

Acute Care Hospitals · Bettendorf, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160104
Location4500 Utica Ridge RoadBettendorf, IA 52722 · Scott County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 61761 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
$168.44 typical visit price
range $54.80 – $168.44
Typical copayment $42.11 (range $13.70 – $42.11)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$97.25 typical visit price
range $17.16 – $136.56
Typical copayment $24.31 (range $4.29 – $34.14)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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 5

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

PATRICK S FERNANDES MD
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
407 E VERNON AVE
NORMAL, IL 61761
McLean County (309) 451-2231
MATILDE FRANCOIS M.D.
Surgery
407 E VERNON AVE
NORMAL, IL 61761
McLean County (309) 451-8500
ST JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
407 E VERNON AVE
NORMAL, IL 61761
McLean County (309) 451-2231
SAINT FRANCIS MEDICAL CENTER
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
407 E VERNON AVE
NORMAL, IL 61761
McLean County (309) 451-2231
TERESA BOYLE APRN
Nurse Practitioner
407 E VERNON AVE
NORMAL, IL 61761
McLean County (309) 451-8500

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 Bhanu Vakkalanka's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bhanu Vakkalanka is 1578766796. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 6, 2007.

Where is Bhanu Vakkalanka located?

Bhanu Vakkalanka practices at 407 E Vernon Ave, Normal, IL 61761. The listed phone number is (309) 451-8500.

What is Bhanu Vakkalanka's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Medical Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RX0202X.

Is Bhanu Vakkalanka enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bhanu Vakkalanka 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 organizations bill Medicare for Bhanu Vakkalanka's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Bhanu Vakkalanka reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Carle West Physician Group Inc (Normal, IL), Carle Eureka Hospital (Eureka, IL), Trinity Medical Center (Rock Island, IL), Mercy Specialty Clinic (Clinton, IA) and Southern Illinois Medical Services, Nfp (Carbondale, IL). Each 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 Bhanu Vakkalanka's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Bhanu Vakkalanka accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Oscar Insurance Company and Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc. list Bhanu Vakkalanka 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 Bhanu Vakkalanka affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bhanu Vakkalanka is affiliated with Genesis Hlth System Dba Genesis Mdl Ctr-Illini, Trinity Rock Island, Hammond Henry Hospital, Trinity Muscatine and Trinity - Bettendorf.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bhanu Vakkalanka was last updated on February 14, 2024. 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.