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DR. AMIR HOSSEIN VAFA MD
NPI 1881818326
Surgery in Chicago, IL

Active since April 13, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1500 S FAIRFIELD AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60608(773) 257-6464 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Amir Hossein Vafa Md NPPES

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

DR. AMIR HOSSEIN VAFA MD (NPI 1881818326) is an individual surgery provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036116160) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mt Sinai Hospital Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881818326
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. AMIR HOSSEIN VAFACredential: MD
Location Address1500 S FAIRFIELD AVEChicago, IL 60608-1782
Mailing Address1500 S Fairfield AveChicago, IL 60608-1782 · (773) 257-4752
Phone(773) 257-6464
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateApril 13, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 2025
NPPES CertifiedApril 29, 2025
✔ NPI 1881818326 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036116160
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedSurgery · Surgical Critical CareTaxonomy 2086S0102X · License 036116160 (IL)
1500 S FAIRFIELD AVE, Chicago, IL 60608
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Other Identifiers 1

Other036116160IL · Physician And Surgeon Lic

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. Amir Hossein Vafa Md 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 ID2365501350
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081105000617
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 3

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
69 services28 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
21 services20 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Mt Sinai Hospital Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140018
Location1500 S Fairfield AveChicago, IL 60608 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Anthony Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Rockford, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140233
Location5666 East State StreetRockford, IL 61108 · Winnebago County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60608 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.

AUDREY SHAE WHITNAH
Pharmacist
1500 S FAIRFIELD AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Cook County (773) 542-2000
DR. FRANKLIN OLIVO RIJO PHARMD
Pharmacist
1500 S FAIRFIELD AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Cook County (773) 542-2000
MS. KA'TEE ABERCROMBIE FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1500 S FAIRFIELD AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Cook County (773) 542-2000
MARYAM BAIKPOUR MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1500 S FAIRFIELD AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Cook County (773) 542-2000
ARNOLD ELANGO MD
Surgery
1500 S FAIRFIELD AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Cook County (773) 542-2000
MR. MIGUEL BEAUCHAMP MD
Internal Medicine
1500 S FAIRFIELD AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Cook County (773) 542-2000
CHARLEIGH PERRY MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1500 S FAIRFIELD AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Cook County (773) 257-6613
DR. ALEXANDRA COLEMAN PSYD
Psychologist
1500 S FAIRFIELD AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Cook County (773) 257-4026

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 Amir Vafa's NPI number?

The NPI number for Amir Vafa is 1881818326. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 13, 2007.

Where is Amir Vafa located?

Amir Vafa practices at 1500 S Fairfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60608. The listed phone number is (773) 257-6464.

What is Amir Vafa's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Amir Vafa enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Amir Vafa 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.

What insurance does Amir Vafa accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Home State Health list Amir Vafa 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.

Is Amir Vafa affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Amir Vafa is affiliated with Mt Sinai Hospital Medical Center and Saint Anthony Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Amir Vafa was last updated on April 29, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.