DR. CHARLES A BUSH-JOSEPH M.D.
NPI 1821077736
Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine in Chicago, IL

Q: What is Charles Bush-joseph's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Bush-joseph is 1821077736. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 10, 2006.

Q: What is Charles Bush-joseph's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207XX0005X.

Active since January 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1611 W HARRISON ST STE 400, CHICAGO, IL 60612(877) 632-6637(708) 409-5179 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 18, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

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About Dr. Charles A Bush-joseph M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES A BUSH-JOSEPH M.D. (NPI 1821077736) is an individual sports medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036070386) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Munster, and is a graduate of Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821077736

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207XX0005X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES A BUSH-JOSEPHCredential: M.D.

Location Address1611 W HARRISON ST STE 400Chicago, IL 60612-4861

Mailing Address1611 W Harrison St Ste 400Chicago, IL 60612-4861 · (877) 632-6637 · Fax (708) 409-5179

Phone(877) 632-6637

Fax(708) 409-5179

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Human MedicineGraduated 1983

Enumeration DateJanuary 10, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 18, 2023

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 18, 2023

✔ NPI 1821077736 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207XX0005X

Licenses✔ Licensed in IL · 036070386✔ Licensed in IN · 01079047A

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.

1611 W HARRISON ST STE 400, Chicago, IL 60612

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 19200 Calumet Ave Ste 300Munster, IN 46321-2885 · Phone (877) 632-6637 · Fax (708) 409-5179

Other Identifiers 5

Other4120999Aetna

Other207073IL · Medicare Ptan Locality 15

Other207067IL · Medicare Ptan Locality 16

OtherP00202615Railroad Medicare

OtherDA4902Railroad Medicare Ptan

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Charles A Bush-joseph 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 ID4082527940

PECOS Enrollment IDI20110127000968, I20170817003911

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.

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.

Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg J1030

Methylprednisolone acetate is a medication given through an injection. It's a type of corticosteroid, which reduces inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat various conditions like arthritis, allergies, and skin diseases. This dose is 40 mg.

131 services79 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

115 services78 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

98 services73 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.

82 services67 patients

X-ray of knee, 4 or more views 73564

An X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.

66 services56 patients

Hyaluronan or derivative, gel-one, for intra-articular injection, per dose J7326

Hyaluronan or Gel-One is a substance injected directly into your joint space. It's aimed to supplement your body's natural joint fluid, helping to lubricate and cushion the joint, reducing pain and improving mobility. It's often used for arthritis relief.

58 services34 patients

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.

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