DR. CHERYL EKKEBUS AXELROD M.D.
NPI 1801069455
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Skokie, IL

Q: What is Cheryl Axelrod's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cheryl Axelrod is 1801069455. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 3, 2008.

Q: What is Cheryl Axelrod's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cheryl Axelrod was last updated on January 24, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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 03, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75.35/100

CMS Quality Rating

4905 OLD ORCHARD CTR STE 200, SKOKIE, IL 60077(847) 673-3130(847) 673-3183 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 24, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 24, 2020, Jul 25, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Cheryl Ekkebus Axelrod M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHERYL EKKEBUS AXELROD M.D. (NPI 1801069455) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Skokie, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036.117462) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital, and is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801069455

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207V00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHERYL EKKEBUS AXELRODCredential: M.D.

Location Address4905 OLD ORCHARD CTR STE 200Skokie, IL 60077-1462

Mailing Address2801 Lakeside Dr Ste 209Bannockburn, IL 60015-1271 · (847) 562-1410 · Fax (847) 562-0830

Phone(847) 673-3130

Fax(847) 673-3183

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSJohns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated 2004

Enumeration DateApril 3, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 24, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1801069455 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207V00000X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 036.117462

Definition

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

4905 OLD ORCHARD CTR STE 200, Skokie, IL 60077

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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

Dr. Cheryl Ekkebus Axelrod 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 ID2860568797

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080829000205

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

Midwest Center For Women's Health Care, Ltd.

12 mi

Obstetrics & Gynecology

2801 LAKESIDE DR STE 209
Bannockburn, IL 60015

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

NPI 1447200654 (847) 562-1410

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 8

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.

Screening 3d breast mammography 77063

Screening 3D breast mammography is a procedure that uses low-dose X-rays to create detailed images of the breast. This allows for early detection of any unusual changes or growths. It's a non-invasive, outpatient procedure that typically takes about 30 minutes.

123 services123 patients

Screening mammography 77067

Screening mammography is a preventative measure that uses low-dose X-rays to take images of the chest area. It's a key tool in early detection of abnormalities, helping to identify issues before they become symptomatic. It is recommended annually for certain age groups.

123 services123 patients

Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101

This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.

121 services121 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

94 services91 patients

Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory Q0091

A Papanicolaou smear, often called a Pap smear, is a test to check for changes in cells. A small sample is gently collected from the lower region and sent to a lab for examination. This helps in early detection of potential health issues.

54 services54 patients

Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444

An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.

42 services42 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

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lake Forest, IL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number140130

Location1000 N Westmoreland RoadLake Forest, IL 60045 · Lake County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60077 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

$138.86 typical visit price

range $60.08 – $183.39

Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.02 – $45.84)

Most-billed visit code 99204

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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

75.35/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

89.73

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

28.1

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening

92%436 patients4/55-star benchmark: 93%

Cervical Cancer Screening

95%1,092 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report

36%140 patients2/55-star benchmark: 87%

Colorectal Cancer Screening

69%583 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

89%1,950 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

96%983 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

HIV Screening

26%1,250 patients2/55-star benchmark: 60%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

48%1,291 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan

2%1,463 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented

47%1,712 patients4/55-star benchmark: 61%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Patients combinedPopulations: 90% · 1,123 patients

Patients screened: 92% · 1,123 patients

21%29 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

98%887 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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