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DEBORAH S EPSTEIN PA
NPI 1659422517
Physician Assistant in Chicago, IL

Active since January 16, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST, SUITE 1835, CHICAGO, IL 60611(312) 926-3535(312) 926-3585 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 24, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Deborah S Epstein Pa NPPES

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

DEBORAH S EPSTEIN PA (NPI 1659422517) is an individual physician assistant in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Virginia (0110002337) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, and is a graduate of Emory University School Of Medicine (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659422517
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameDEBORAH S EPSTEINCredential: PA
Location Address676 N SAINT CLAIR ST, SUITE 1835Chicago, IL 60611-2927
Mailing Address676 N Saint Clair St, Suite 1835Chicago, IL 60611-2927 · (312) 926-3535 · Fax (312) 926-3585
Phone(312) 926-3535
Fax(312) 926-3585
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSEmory University School Of MedicineGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateJanuary 16, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 24, 2009
✔ NPI 1659422517 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 VA · 0110002337
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.
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST, Chicago, IL 60611
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINP24362

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

Deborah S Epstein Pa 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 ID1254437635
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100129000267
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 10

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.

Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth 10005
Fine needle aspiration biopsy with ultrasound guidance is a procedure where a thin needle is inserted into a growth to extract a small sample. Ultrasound helps accurately locate the growth. This sample is then analyzed to determine the nature of the growth.
110 services107 patients
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance 32555
This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.
66 services29 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
45 services45 patients
Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance 49083
This procedure involves removing excess fluid from your abdominal cavity, which can relieve discomfort. A specialist uses imaging technology to guide a thin needle into the right spot. The fluid is then drained out safely.
38 services21 patients
Removal of central venous tube with port or pump 36590
The removal of a central venous tube with port or pump is a procedure that eliminates a device implanted under your skin. This device helped deliver medication or nutrients directly into a large vein near your heart. Its removal involves a minor surgical procedure performed under local anesthesia.
32 services32 patients
Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, each additional growth 10006
A fine needle aspiration biopsy with ultrasound guidance is a procedure where a thin needle is used to collect cells from a growth. Ultrasound helps accurately locate the growth. If there's more than one growth, each one is biopsied separately.
21 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lake Forest, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number140130
Location1000 N Westmoreland RoadLake Forest, IL 60045 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60611 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.

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.

94.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality82.59
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

MS. LISA RAUBOLT
Social Worker (Clinical)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 926-4512
JULIANNA L ROTH MD
Internal Medicine
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST, SUITE 2300
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 926-6000
ANKIT BHARAT MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST, SUITE 650
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 926-7628
JOAQUIN CARLOS BRIEVA MD
Dermatology
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST, SUITE 1600
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 695-8106
JOHN M SHAW MD
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST, STE 2140
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 664-5400
MELVIN J GOLDSTEIN, M.D.,S.C.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST, SUITE 1525
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 337-1556
DR. HOWARD M. AROF M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST, #1880
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 642-9844
DR. MARIA MATSANGOU M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST, SUITE 850
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 695-6182

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 Deborah Epstein's NPI number?

The NPI number for Deborah Epstein is 1659422517. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 16, 2007.

Where is Deborah Epstein located?

Deborah Epstein practices at 676 N Saint Clair St Suite 1835, Chicago, IL 60611. The listed phone number is (312) 926-3535.

What is Deborah Epstein's specialty?

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

Is Deborah Epstein enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Deborah Epstein 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 Deborah Epstein affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Deborah Epstein is affiliated with Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Deborah Epstein was last updated on December 24, 2009. 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.