PAUL WERNER BLESSING MD
NPI 1619471455
Emergency Medicine in Chicago, IL

Active since March 19, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1740 W TAYLOR ST, CHICAGO, IL 60612(866) 600-2273 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 25, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 25, 2023, Oct 13, 2021, Mar 19, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Paul Werner Blessing Md NPPES

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

PAUL WERNER BLESSING MD (NPI 1619471455) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036153613) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Proctor Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619471455
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NamePAUL WERNER BLESSINGCredential: MD
Location Address1740 W TAYLOR STChicago, IL 60612-7232
Mailing Address1517 Thornwood DrDowners Grove, IL 60516-1222
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 19, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 25, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 25, 2023
NPI 1619471455 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in IL · 036153613
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 036153613 (IL)
1740 W TAYLOR ST, Chicago, IL 60612

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

Paul Werner Blessing 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 ID8022367523
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230714002585
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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
105 services102 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
61 services60 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
61 services59 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
15 services13 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Proctor Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Peoria, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140013
Location5409 N Knoxville AvePeoria, IL 61614 · Peoria County
Emergency services

Osf Saint Elizabeth Mdl Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Ottawa, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140110
Location1100 E Norris DriveOttawa, IL 61350 · La Salle County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Pekin Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pekin, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140120
Location600 South 13th StreetPekin, IL 61554 · Tazewell County
Emergency services

University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number140150
Location1740 West Taylor St Suite 1400Chicago, IL 60612 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Osf Little Company Of Mary Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Evergreen Park, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number140179
Location2800 W 95th StEvergreen Park, IL 60805 · Cook 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
$105.70 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $26.42 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
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 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 Paul Blessing's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Blessing is 1619471455. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 19, 2018.

Where is Paul Blessing located?

Paul Blessing practices at 1740 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (866) 600-2273.

What is Paul Blessing's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Paul Blessing enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Blessing 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.

Is Paul Blessing affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Blessing is affiliated with Proctor Hospital, Osf Saint Elizabeth Mdl Ctr, Pekin Memorial Hospital, University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics and Osf Little Company Of Mary Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Blessing was last updated on October 25, 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.