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JAMES L VACRACOS PA-C
NPI 1659326668
Physician Assistant in Matteson, IL

Active since May 24, 2006PECOS Enrolled
4647 LINCOLN HWY, MATTESON, IL 60443(708) 481-4200(708) 481-3320 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2026, Oct 11, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About James L Vacracos Pa-c NPPES

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

JAMES L VACRACOS PA-C (NPI 1659326668) is an individual physician assistant in Matteson, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (085-002226) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Presence Saints Mary And Elizabeth Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659326668
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES L VACRACOSCredential: PA-C
Location Address4647 LINCOLN HWYMatteson, IL 60443-2319
Mailing Address9052 Parkside LnSaint John, IN 46373-8749 · (708) 481-4200 · Fax (708) 481-3320
Fax(708) 481-3320
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1659326668 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in IL · 085-002226
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
4647 LINCOLN HWY, Matteson, IL 60443

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

James L Vacracos Pa-c 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 ID7416925227
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040920000988
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 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.
175 services34 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) tolerance test, 3 specimens 82951
A blood glucose tolerance test checks how your body manages sugar. It involves fasting, then drinking a sweet liquid. Blood is drawn before and twice after drinking to measure sugar levels. This helps identify potential issues like diabetes. It's safe and typically painless.
74 services25 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.
65 services29 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
60 services30 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
46 services22 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.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Presence Saints Mary And Elizabeth Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140180
Location2233 W Division StChicago, IL 60622 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60443 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
$74.80 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $18.70 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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

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

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$195.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Family Medicine
4647 LINCOLN HWY
MATTESON, IL 60443
Family Medicine
4647 LINCOLN HWY
MATTESON, IL 60443
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
4647 LINCOLN HWY
MATTESON, IL 60443
Specialist
4647 LINCOLN HWY
MATTESON, IL 60443
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
4647 LINCOLN HWY
MATTESON, IL 60443

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 James Vacracos's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Vacracos is 1659326668. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2006.

Where is James Vacracos located?

James Vacracos practices at 4647 Lincoln Hwy, Matteson, IL 60443. The listed phone number is (708) 481-4200.

What is James Vacracos's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is James Vacracos enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Vacracos 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 James Vacracos affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Vacracos is affiliated with Presence Saints Mary And Elizabeth Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Vacracos was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 25 days 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.