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AVAIS AHMED M.D.
NPI 1770087918
Anesthesiology in Evanston, IL

Active since March 21, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2650 RIDGE AVE., DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHOSIOLOGY, EVANSTON, IL 60201(847) 570-2760(847) 570-2921 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 28, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 28, 2025, Sep 7, 2023, May 15, 2023 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2018).

About Avais Ahmed M.d. NPPES

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

AVAIS AHMED M.D. (NPI 1770087918) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Evanston, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036153686) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770087918
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameAVAIS AHMEDCredential: M.D.
Location Address2650 RIDGE AVE., DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHOSIOLOGYEvanston, IL 60201
Mailing Address2650 Ridge Ave., Department Of AnesthosiologyEvanston, IL 60201 · (847) 570-2760 · Fax (847) 570-2921
Phone(847) 570-2760
Fax(847) 570-2921
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLoyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 21, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 28, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 28, 2025
✔ NPI 1770087918 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036153686
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.
2650 RIDGE AVE., Evanston, IL 60201
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 12160 S 1st AveMaywood, IL 60153 · Phone (224) 392-4926
Location 21775 Dempster StPark Ridge, IL 60068-1143 · Phone (847) 723-2210
Location 31740 W Taylor StChicago, IL 60612-7232 · Phone (312) 996-7487

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Avais Ahmed 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 ID6305196262
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221116000794
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Avais Ahmed reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Endeavor Health Medical Group
Same address
Anesthesiology
2650 RIDGE AVE, ANESTHESIOLOGY ROOM 3905
Evanston, IL 60201
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 4,841 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1265695944 (847) 570-2760
The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois
8.3 mi
Primary Care
3656 N HALSTED ST
Chicago, IL 60613
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 2,127 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1588815401 (734) 726-4697
Northstar Anesthesia Of Illinois, LLC
823 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 11

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 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.
46 services46 patients
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.
24 services24 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.
20 services20 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.
18 services18 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.
18 services18 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.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Evanston, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number140010
Location2650 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Swedish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140114
Location5145 N California AveChicago, IL 60625 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

JAMES FRANCIS KELLY DO
Hospitalist
2650 RIDGE AVE., IM HOSPITALISTS STE 4206
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Cook County (847) 570-1010
DR. MARY TILLEY JENKINS VOGEL MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecologic Oncology)
2650 RIDGE AVE., KELLOGG CANCER CENTER
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Cook County (847) 570-2639
SUNITHA CHITRA SURESH MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)
2650 RIDGE AVE., SUITE 1420
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Cook County (847) 570-2860
BHAVIK KHAJURIA
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2650 RIDGE AVE., DEPT. OF RADIOLOGY
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Cook County (847) 570-2477
WAJDEY NESHEIWAT PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
2650 RIDGE AVE., DEPT. OF SURGERY WALGREEN 2507
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Cook County (847) 570-2560
AYMAN NAJIB MD
Hospitalist
2650 RIDGE AVE., IM HOSPITALISTS STE 4206
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Cook County (847) 570-1010
MATTHEW JOSEPH SADLOWSKY APN-CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2650 RIDGE AVE., DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIA
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Cook County (847) 570-2760
KYLE PETTY MD
Anesthesiology
2650 RIDGE AVE., DEPT. OF ANESTHESIA
EVANSTON, IL 60201
Cook County (847) 570-2760

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 Avais Ahmed's NPI number?

The NPI number for Avais Ahmed is 1770087918. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 21, 2018.

Where is Avais Ahmed located?

Avais Ahmed practices at 2650 Ridge Ave. Department Of Anesthosiology, Evanston, IL 60201. The listed phone number is (847) 570-2760.

What is Avais Ahmed's specialty?

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

Is Avais Ahmed enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Avais Ahmed 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 Avais Ahmed's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Avais Ahmed reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Endeavor Health Medical Group (Evanston, IL), The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois (Chicago, 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 Avais Ahmed's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Avais Ahmed affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Avais Ahmed is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital and Swedish Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Avais Ahmed was last updated on March 28, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.