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DR. PETER B AKERELE D.P.M.
NPI 1609874015
Podiatrist - Foot & Ankle Surgery in Chicago, IL

Active since July 09, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
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CMS Quality Rating
2223 E 79TH ST, CHICAGO, IL 60649(773) 978-2100(773) 978-1568 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 25, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Peter B Akerele D.p.m. NPPES

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

DR. PETER B AKERELE D.P.M. (NPI 1609874015) is an individual foot & ankle surgery provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (016003216) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of R Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical School (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609874015
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy213ES0103X
Provider Legal NameDR. PETER B AKERELECredential: D.P.M.
Location Address2223 E 79TH STChicago, IL 60649-5016
Mailing Address175 N Harbor Dr, Ste 3906Chicago, IL 60601-7344 · (312) 961-6098 · Fax (773) 978-1568
Phone(773) 978-2100
Fax(773) 978-1568
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSR Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical SchoolGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateJuly 9, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 25, 2010
✔ NPI 1609874015 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatrist · Foot & Ankle SurgeryPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Taxonomy Code213ES0103X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 016003216
Also ListedPodiatristTaxonomy 213E00000X · License 016003216 (IL)
2223 E 79TH ST, Chicago, IL 60649
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified661800IL
Medicaid016003216IL
Medicare UPINT37589

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

Dr. Peter B Akerele D.p.m. 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 ID648288431
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230712000171
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 5

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.

Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99348
An established patient home visit is a 25-minute appointment where a healthcare provider visits you at your home. This service is for patients who have previously been seen by the provider. It includes a check-up and discussion about your health concerns.
520 services159 patients
Placement of strapping to ankle or foot 29540
Strapping to the ankle or foot is a procedure involving the application of tape or a similar material to provide support and stability. It can help manage injuries, reduce pain, and prevent further harm. The process is non-invasive and typically performed by a trained professional.
510 services157 patients
Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, first nail 11730
This procedure involves the gentle removal of the first nail from its bed, often due to injury or infection. It's performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. The nail will gradually regrow over time.
214 services152 patients
Residence visit for new patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99342
A new patient home visit is a 30-minute appointment where a healthcare provider comes to your home to assess your health needs. This can include discussing your medical history, current conditions, and treatment plans. It's a convenient way to receive care in your own environment.
121 services120 patients
Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, each additional nail 11732
This procedure involves the careful removal of a fingernail or toenail from its nail bed. It's commonly done to treat conditions like an ingrown nail or fungal infection. Additional nails can also be removed if necessary. The process is typically painless due to local anesthesia.
59 services47 patients

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.

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MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

PETER AKERELE
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
2223 E 79TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60649
Cook County (773) 978-2100
SOUTH SHORE FOOT AND ANKLE WELLNESS CENTER LLC
Clinic/Center (Podiatric)
2223 E 79TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60649
Cook County (773) 978-2100

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 Peter Akerele's NPI number?

The NPI number for Peter Akerele is 1609874015. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 9, 2005.

Where is Peter Akerele located?

Peter Akerele practices at 2223 E 79th St, Chicago, IL 60649. The listed phone number is (773) 978-2100.

What is Peter Akerele's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, with taxonomy code 213ES0103X.

Is Peter Akerele enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Peter Akerele 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Peter Akerele was last updated on January 25, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.