ELSIE FAROUGH
NPI 1790253268
Social Worker - Clinical in Carbondale, IL

Active since November 02, 2018PECOS Enrolled
2311 S ILLINOIS AVE, CARBONDALE, IL 62903(618) 457-6703 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 2, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Elsie Farough NPPES

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

ELSIE FAROUGH (NPI 1790253268) is an individual clinical provider in Carbondale, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (149.018982) and active in the NPI registry since November 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790253268
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy1041C0700X
Provider Legal NameELSIE FAROUGH
Location Address2311 S ILLINOIS AVECarbondale, IL 62903-5912
Mailing Address902 W Main StWest Frankfort, IL 62896-2210 · (618) 937-6483 · Fax (618) 937-1440
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateNovember 2, 2018
✔ NPI 1790253268 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySocial Worker · ClinicalBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Taxonomy Code1041C0700X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 149.018982
Definition
A social worker who holds a master's or doctoral degree in social work from an accredited school of social work in addition to at least two years of post-master's supervised experience in a clinical setting. The social worker must be licensed, certified, or registered at the clinical level in the jurisdiction of practice. A clinical social worker provides direct services, including interventions focused on interpersonal interactions, intrapsychic dynamics, and life management issues. Clinical social work services are based on bio-psychosocial perspectives. Services consist of assessment, diagnosis, treatment (including psychotherapy and counseling), client-centered advocacy, consultation, evaluation, and prevention of mental illness, emotional, or behavioral disturbances.
2311 S ILLINOIS AVE, Carbondale, IL 62903

Accepted Insurance

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)

Elsie Farough 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 Elsie Farough reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Internal Medicine
3450 OAKTON ST
Skokie, IL 60076
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 491 clinicians in this Medicare group

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.

Psychotherapy, 1 hour 90837
Psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 1-hour session, you'll talk about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to help identify and manage mental health issues. This process aids in personal growth, healing, and improved well-being.
443 services24 patients
Psychotherapy, 45 minutes 90834
Psychotherapy is a treatment method where you converse with a therapist about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In a 45-minute session, the therapist assists you in understanding and managing your mental health concerns, improving emotional wellness, and promoting personal growth.
96 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 62903 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
$0.00 typical visit price
range $54.80 – $168.44
Typical copayment $0.00 (range $13.70 – $42.11)
Most-billed visit code NA
Established Patient
$68.64 typical visit price
range $17.16 – $136.56
Typical copayment $17.16 (range $4.29 – $34.14)
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.

Counselor (Mental Health)
2311 S ILLINOIS AVE
CARBONDALE, IL 62903
Counselor
2311 S ILLINOIS AVE
CARBONDALE, IL 62903
Case Manager/Care Coordinator
2311 S ILLINOIS AVE
CARBONDALE, IL 62903
Case Manager/Care Coordinator
2311 S ILLINOIS AVE
CARBONDALE, IL 62903
Case Manager/Care Coordinator
2311 S ILLINOIS AVE
CARBONDALE, IL 62903
Registered Nurse
2311 S ILLINOIS AVE
CARBONDALE, IL 62903
Counselor
2311 S ILLINOIS AVE
CARBONDALE, IL 62903
Counselor
2311 S ILLINOIS AVE
CARBONDALE, IL 62903

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 Elsie Farough's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elsie Farough is 1790253268. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 2, 2018.

Where is Elsie Farough located?

Elsie Farough practices at 2311 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, IL 62903. The listed phone number is (618) 457-6703.

What is Elsie Farough's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Social Worker, specializing in Clinical, with taxonomy code 1041C0700X.

Is Elsie Farough enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Elsie Farough is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Elsie Farough's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Elsie Farough reassigns Medicare benefits to Vitae Health Medical Illinois, PLLC (Skokie, 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 Elsie Farough's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Elsie Farough accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Medica list Elsie Farough 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Elsie Farough was last updated on November 2, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.