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DR. THOMAS J. SCHAFFER D.D.S.
NPI 1780052936
Dentist - Dentist Anesthesiologist in Chicago, IL

Active since September 04, 2015PECOS Enrolled
326 W 64TH ST, CHICAGO, IL 60621(773) 962-3900 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 5, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Thomas J. Schaffer D.d.s. NPPES

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

DR. THOMAS J. SCHAFFER D.D.S. (NPI 1780052936) is an individual dentist anesthesiologist in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (019.034077) and active in the NPI registry since September 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780052936
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy1223D0004X
Provider Legal NameDR. THOMAS J. SCHAFFERCredential: D.D.S.
Location Address326 W 64TH STChicago, IL 60621-3146
Mailing Address1745 Platt StNiles, MI 49120-8733 · (718) 644-0622
Phone(773) 962-3900
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateSeptember 4, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJune 5, 2025
NPPES CertifiedJune 5, 2025
✔ NPI 1780052936 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyDentist · Dentist AnesthesiologistDental Providers
Taxonomy Code1223D0004X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 019.034077
Definition
A dentist who has successfully completed an accredited postdoctoral anesthesiology residency training program for dentists of two or more years duration, in accord with Commission on Dental Accreditation's Standards for Dental Anesthesiology Residency Programs, and/or meets the eligibility requirements for examination by the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology.
Also ListedDentistTaxonomy 122300000X · License 0136 (MP)
326 W 64TH ST, Chicago, IL 60621
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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 (PECOS)

Dr. Thomas J. Schaffer D.d.s. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Thomas Schaffer reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

St Bernard Hospital
Same address
Clinical Pathology
326 W 64TH ST
Chicago, IL 60621
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 77 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1467922005 (773) 962-4210

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 2

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 15 minutes or more 99202
This service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
43 services42 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on mouth 00170
Anesthesia for a mouth procedure involves administering medication to prevent pain during the treatment. It could be local, numbing a specific area, or general, where you're unconscious. It ensures a comfortable, pain-free experience during your dental or oral surgery.
31 services31 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60621 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.

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.

MARIA RIZA BAUTISTA MD SC
Clinic/Center
326 W 64TH ST, SUITE # 302
CHICAGO, IL 60621
Cook County (773) 487-5224
MRS. CARMESHA PATRICE CARRINGTON FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
326 W 64TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60621
Cook County (773) 962-3900
SARAH BUCKLEY
Dietitian, Registered
326 W 64TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60621
Cook County (773) 962-4201
DR. JACQUES FOURCAND M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
326 W 64TH ST, SUITE 208
CHICAGO, IL 60621
Cook County (773) 962-3900
DR. BRAHMA N GUPTA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
326 W 64TH ST, SUITE 208
CHICAGO, IL 60621
Cook County (773) 962-3900
CATHERINE M WILBERT, MD, FACOG, SC
Obstetrics & Gynecology
326 W 64TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60621
Cook County (773) 962-4644
EUGENE CHUKUDEBELU MD SC
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
326 W 64TH ST, SUITE 318
CHICAGO, IL 60621
Cook County (773) 723-9500
WOMEN'S HEALTH CENTER SOUTH
Obstetrics & Gynecology
326 W 64TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60621
Cook County (773) 962-4644

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 Thomas Schaffer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Schaffer is 1780052936. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 4, 2015.

Where is Thomas Schaffer located?

Thomas Schaffer practices at 326 W 64th St, Chicago, IL 60621. The listed phone number is (773) 962-3900.

What is Thomas Schaffer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dentist, specializing in Dentist Anesthesiologist, with taxonomy code 1223D0004X.

Is Thomas Schaffer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Schaffer is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Thomas Schaffer's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Thomas Schaffer reassigns Medicare benefits to St Bernard Hospital (Chicago, IL). The 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 Thomas Schaffer's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Schaffer was last updated on June 5, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.