DR. NIHIR WAGHELA
NPI 1750525879
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Aurora, IL

Q: What is Nihir Waghela's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nihir Waghela is 1750525879. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 21, 2009.

Q: What is Nihir Waghela's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nihir Waghela was last updated on June 27, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.

Active since April 21, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2000 OGDEN AVE, RUSH-COPLEY MEDICAL CENTER, AURORA, IL 60504(816) 838-7641 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 27, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Nihir Waghela NPPES

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

DR. NIHIR WAGHELA (NPI 1750525879) is an individual pain medicine provider in Aurora, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036132172) and active in the NPI registry since April 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of Medicine (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1750525879

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X

Provider Legal NameDR. NIHIR WAGHELA

Location Address2000 OGDEN AVE, RUSH-COPLEY MEDICAL CENTERAurora, IL 60504

Mailing Address1212 S Michigan Ave Apt 1503Chicago, IL 60605-2454 · (816) 838-7641

Phone(816) 838-7641

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of MedicineGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateApril 21, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateJune 27, 2014

✔ NPI 1750525879 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207LP2900X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 036132172

Definition

An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.

2000 OGDEN AVE, Aurora, IL 60504

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Nihir Waghela 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 ID1850517392

PECOS Enrollment IDI20140718001497

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Nihir Waghela reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Gottlieb Midwest Anesthesiologists, LLC

25 mi

Anesthesiology

701 WEST NORTH AVENUE
Melrose Park, IL 60160

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
78 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1003832767 (708) 681-3202

Northstar Anesthesia Of Illinois, LLC

785 mi

Anesthesiology

2000 E LAMAR BLVD STE 400
Arlington, TX 76006

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
735 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1962822395 (817) 583-7421

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 13

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.

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

127 services126 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into knee nerve branch using imaging guidance 64454

This procedure involves injecting anesthetic and/or steroid medication into a knee nerve branch. Imaging technology is used to ensure accurate placement of the needle. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in the knee area.

115 services114 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

112 services111 patients

Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214

Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.

75 services75 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.

60 services59 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch 64450

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic agent or steroid into a specific nerve or its branch. The goal is to relieve pain by reducing inflammation and numbing the area. It is commonly used for chronic pain management. The process is safe and usually quick.

42 services18 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 01810

Anesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.

41 services41 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.

25 services24 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on forearm, wrist, or hand bones 01830

Anesthesia for procedures on forearm, wrist, or hand bones involves administering medications to block sensation in the specific area. It ensures you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be local (numbing a small area) or regional (numbing a larger part of the body).

22 services22 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure or exam of knee joint using an endoscope 01400

Anesthesia for a knee joint procedure or exam using an endoscope involves administering medication to numb the area or put you in a sleep-like state. This ensures you don't feel pain during the procedure. The endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, allows the doctor to view the knee joint internally without making large incisions.

18 services18 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on top of arm bone and shoulder joint 01630

Anesthesia for a procedure on the arm bone or shoulder joint involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during surgery. This ensures you feel no pain during the procedure. It's a common and safe practice in medical surgeries.

18 services18 patients

Anesthesia for open or endoscopic total shoulder joint replacement 01638

Anesthesia for total shoulder joint replacement, either open or endoscopic, involves using medications to block pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (only the area being operated on is numbed). This ensures comfort and stillness, facilitating a successful procedure.

18 services18 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 01480

Anesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · La Grange, IL

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number140065

Location5101 S Willow Springs RdLa Grange, IL 60525 · Cook County

Emergency services

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.

DR. SAVITHA ALLAM M.D.

Internal Medicine

2000 OGDEN AVE
AURORA, IL 60504

Dupage County (866) 565-8607

FLORIAN WALTER CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

2000 OGDEN AVE, RUSH COPLEY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
AURORA, IL 60504

Dupage County (630) 978-6200

MS. GINGER T. GUINTHER CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

2000 OGDEN AVE
AURORA, IL 60504

Dupage County (630) 978-4860

EDWARD C CHEN M.D.

Emergency Medicine

2000 OGDEN AVE, RUSH-COPLEY MEDICAL CENTER, DEPT. OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
AURORA, IL 60504

Dupage County (630) 978-4810

HENRY LEE DO

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

2000 OGDEN AVE
AURORA, IL 60504

Dupage County (630) 978-6200

DR. JOSE S SISON MD

Anesthesiology

2000 OGDEN AVE, RUSH COPLEY MEDICAL CENTER
AURORA, IL 60504

Dupage County (630) 978-6200

RD 911, INC

Emergency Medicine

2000 OGDEN AVE
AURORA, IL 60504

Dupage County (630) 978-6200

ALAN ROSENBERG

Emergency Medicine

2000 OGDEN AVE
AURORA, IL 60504

Dupage County (630) 978-4810

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 Nihir Waghela's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nihir Waghela is 1750525879. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 21, 2009.

Where is Nihir Waghela located?

Nihir Waghela practices at 2000 Ogden Ave Rush-Copley Medical Center, Aurora, IL 60504. The listed phone number is (816) 838-7641.

What is Nihir Waghela's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Is Nihir Waghela enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nihir Waghela 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Nihir Waghela's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Nihir Waghela reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Gottlieb Midwest Anesthesiologists, LLC (Melrose Park, IL) and Northstar Anesthesia Of Illinois, LLC (Arlington, TX). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Nihir Waghela's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Nihir Waghela affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nihir Waghela is affiliated with Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nihir Waghela was last updated on June 27, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.