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DR. CAROLYN M BHAKTA M.D.
NPI 1740509264
Surgery in Zion, IL

Active since May 24, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2520 ELISHA AVE, ZION, IL 60099(847) 731-5641 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 5, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 5, 2024, Jan 20, 2022, Aug 23, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Carolyn M Bhakta M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CAROLYN M BHAKTA M.D. (NPI 1740509264) is an individual surgery provider in Zion, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036.141240) and active in the NPI registry since May 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Midwestern Region Med Center, Inc, and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740509264
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CAROLYN M BHAKTACredential: M.D.
Location Address2520 ELISHA AVEZion, IL 60099-2676
Mailing Address2520 Elisha AveZion, IL 60099-2676 · (847) 731-5641
Phone(847) 731-5641
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 2010
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 5, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 5, 2024
✔ NPI 1740509264 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IL · 036.141240✔ Licensed in IL · 036141240✔ Licensed in CA · A157074
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
2520 ELISHA AVE, Zion, IL 60099
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Carolyn Parma M.d.

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and more.Insurance ›

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. Carolyn M Bhakta 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 ID8022239847
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160930000052
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 3

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.

Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
30 services12 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
13 services12 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Midwestern Region Med Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Zion, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number140100
Location2520 Elisha AvenueZion, IL 60099 · Lake County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60099 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
$93.02 typical visit price
range $59.81 – $181.38
Typical copayment $23.25 (range $14.95 – $45.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$74.38 typical visit price
range $19.15 – $147.12
Typical copayment $18.59 (range $4.78 – $36.78)
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.

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. MONIQUE DAVIS LSW, LASOP
Counselor (Mental Health)
2520 ELISHA AVE
ZION, IL 60099
Lake County (847) 872-4786
MS. BRIANNA NICOLE WELBOURN MS, CCC, SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
2520 ELISHA AVE
ZION, IL 60099
Lake County (847) 731-2821
KAREN GUTIERREZ
Specialist/Technologist, Other (Surgical Assistant)
2520 ELISHA AVE
ZION, IL 60099
Lake County (847) 872-5321
KENNY S. YOO M.D.
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
2520 ELISHA AVE
ZION, IL 60099
Lake County (800) 322-9183
RENEE PIAZZA RD
Dietitian, Registered
2520 ELISHA AVE
ZION, IL 60099
Lake County (847) 746-6583
LILY L ZHAO P.A.
Physician Assistant
2520 ELISHA AVE
ZION, IL 60099
Lake County (630) 835-6159
MRS. CRISCIEL P. HIDALGO APN-CNP
Nurse Practitioner
2520 ELISHA AVE
ZION, IL 60099
Lake County (800) 322-9183
DR. DANIEL ZHIDI LIU M.D.
Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
2520 ELISHA AVE
ZION, IL 60099
Lake County (800) 322-9183

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 Carolyn Bhakta's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carolyn Bhakta is 1740509264. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2010. The provider is also known as Carolyn Parma M.D..

Where is Carolyn Bhakta located?

Carolyn Bhakta practices at 2520 Elisha Ave, Zion, IL 60099. The listed phone number is (847) 731-5641.

What is Carolyn Bhakta's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Carolyn Bhakta enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carolyn Bhakta 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.

What insurance does Carolyn Bhakta accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health and Network Health list Carolyn Bhakta as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Carolyn Bhakta affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carolyn Bhakta is affiliated with Midwestern Region Med Center, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carolyn Bhakta was last updated on January 5, 2024. 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.