DR. GRACE HELEN AKIENS MD
NPI 1619941929
Family Medicine in Niles, IL

Q: What is Grace Akiens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Grace Akiens is 1619941929. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 14, 2006.

Q: What is Grace Akiens's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Grace Akiens was last updated on June 12, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since February 14, 2006PECOS Enrolled

7157 W HOWARD ST, NILES, IL 60714(847) 297-2181(847) 297-0248 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 12, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 25, 2021, Nov 13, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Dr. Grace Helen Akiens Md NPPES

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

DR. GRACE HELEN AKIENS MD (NPI 1619941929) is an individual family medicine provider in Niles, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036-074625) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619941929

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. GRACE HELEN AKIENSCredential: MD

Location Address7157 W HOWARD STNiles, IL 60714-3757

Mailing Address7157 W Howard StNiles, IL 60714-3757 · (847) 297-2181 · Fax (847) 297-0248

Phone(847) 297-2181

Fax(847) 297-0248

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985

Enumeration DateFebruary 14, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJune 12, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 12, 2026

✔ NPI 1619941929 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 036-074625

Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

7157 W HOWARD ST, Niles, IL 60714

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid036074625IL

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 (PECOS)

Dr. Grace Helen Akiens Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID840361192

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080614000113

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 9

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.

309 services72 patients

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.

102 services54 patients

Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444

An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.

65 services65 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

63 services63 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

62 services62 patients

Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0442

An annual alcohol misuse screening is a 15-minute check-up to assess your drinking habits. It helps identify if you're consuming alcohol in a way that could harm your health. This is not a judgment, but a tool to promote your wellbeing.

58 services58 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Evanston, IL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number140010

Location2650 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201 · Cook County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Amita Health Resurrection Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number140117

Location7435 W Talcott AvenueChicago, IL 60631 · 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

Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winfield, IL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number140242

Location25 North Winfield RoadWinfield, IL 60190 · Du Page County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60714 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$15.77 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$67.60 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

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