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DR. SMITHA AREKAPUDI M.D.
NPI 1730345307
Anesthesiology in Chicago, IL

Active since August 04, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER ANESTHESIOLOGY DEPT., 600 S PAULINA ST, CHICAGO, IL 60612(312) 942-8375 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 9, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 9, 2026, Jul 10, 2024, Jun 25, 2024 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2024).

About Dr. Smitha Arekapudi M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SMITHA AREKAPUDI M.D. (NPI 1730345307) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Wisconsin (86339) and active in the NPI registry since August 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Marshfield Medical Center, and is a graduate of Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730345307
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SMITHA AREKAPUDICredential: M.D.
Location AddressRUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER ANESTHESIOLOGY DEPT., 600 S PAULINA STChicago, IL 60612
Mailing Address2624 N Lakewood AveChicago, IL 60614-1210 · (617) 797-7720 · Fax (773) 525-9199
Phone(312) 942-8375
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSVanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateAugust 4, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 9, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 9, 2026
✔ NPI 1730345307 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WI · 86339✔ Licensed in IN · 01071687B✔ Licensed in IL · 036128180
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER ANESTHESIOLOGY DEPT., Chicago, IL 60612
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Other Identifiers 2

Other01071687BIN · Medical Licensing Board
Other12353067IN · Caqh

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. Smitha Arekapudi M.d. 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 ID6507037496
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250829001920
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 4

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
30 services30 patients
Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
29 services29 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
23 services23 patients
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Marshfield Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Marshfield, WI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number520037
Location611 St Joseph AveMarshfield, WI 54449 · Wood County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Marshfield Medical Center - Beaver Dam (mmc-Bd)

Acute Care Hospitals · Beaver Dam, WI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520076
Location707 S University AveBeaver Dam, WI 53916 · Dodge County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Marshfield Medical Center - Minocqua

Acute Care Hospitals · Minocqua, WI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520212
Location9576 Highway 70Minocqua, WI 54548 · Oneida County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 Smitha Arekapudi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Smitha Arekapudi is 1730345307. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 4, 2008.

Where is Smitha Arekapudi located?

Smitha Arekapudi practices at Rush University Medical Center Anesthesiology Dept. 600 S Paulina St, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (312) 942-8375.

What is Smitha Arekapudi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Smitha Arekapudi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Smitha Arekapudi 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 Smitha Arekapudi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Smitha Arekapudi is affiliated with Marshfield Medical Center, Marshfield Medical Center - Beaver Dam (mmc-Bd) and Marshfield Medical Center - Minocqua.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Smitha Arekapudi was last updated on January 9, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 months 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.