DR. ROBERT J MARCH MD
NPI 1891809034
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Chicago, IL

Active since August 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1725 W HARRISON ST, SUITE 1156, CHICAGO, IL 60612(312) 563-2763(312) 563-4388 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 20, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Robert J March Md NPPES

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

DR. ROBERT J MARCH MD (NPI 1891809034) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036079091) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Franciscan Health Michigan City, and maintains a secondary practice location in Michigan City.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891809034
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT J MARCHCredential: MD
Location Address1725 W HARRISON ST, SUITE 1156Chicago, IL 60612-3841
Mailing Address816 Jeffrey CtWheaton, IL 60187-8176 · (630) 653-4039
Fax(312) 563-4388
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRush Medical College Of Rush UniversityGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateAugust 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 20, 2024
NPPES CertifiedJune 20, 2024
✔ NPI 1891809034 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IL · 036079091✔ Licensed in IN · 01080051A
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Also ListedSurgery · Vascular SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0129X · License 01080051A (IN), 036079091 (IL)
1725 W HARRISON ST, Chicago, IL 60612

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13500 Franciscan Way Ste 400Michigan City, IN 46360-0033 · Phone (219) 878-8200 · Fax (219) 878-8331

Accepted Insurance

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. Robert J March 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 ID7517090921
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180511001108
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 Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Robert March reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
2650 WARRENVILLE RD, SUITE 280
Downers Grove, IL 60515
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 24 clinicians in this Medicare group
Urgent Care
20180 S LAGRANGE RD
Frankfort, IL 60423
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 148 clinicians in this Medicare group
Urgent Care
1515 W DRAGOON TRL
Mishawaka, IN 46544
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 1,396 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 4

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
38 services24 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.
19 services19 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
16 services16 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Franciscan Health Michigan City

Acute Care Hospitals · Michigan City, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number150015
Location3500 Franciscan WayMichigan City, IN 46360 · La Porte County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60612 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
$183.39 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $45.84 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
1725 W HARRISON ST, SUITE 809
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Clinic/Center (Ophthalmologic Surgery)
1725 W HARRISON ST, STE 910
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Pediatrics (Pediatric Infectious Diseases)
1725 W HARRISON ST, SUITE 710
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Internal Medicine (Hematology)
1725 W HARRISON ST, SUITE 1010
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Internal Medicine
1725 W HARRISON ST, SUITE 263
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Specialist
1725 W HARRISON ST, SUITE 744
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1725 W HARRISON ST, SUITE 155
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Specialist
1725 W HARRISON ST, SUITE 762
CHICAGO, IL 60612

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 Robert March's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert March is 1891809034. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 17, 2006.

Where is Robert March located?

Robert March practices at 1725 W Harrison St Suite 1156, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (312) 563-2763.

What is Robert March's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Robert March enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert March 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Robert March's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Robert March reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Cardiac Surgery Associates Sc (Downers Grove, IL), Specialty Physicians Of Illinois, LLC (Frankfort, IL) and Franciscan Physician Network (Mishawaka, IN). Each 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 Robert March's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Robert March accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian and CareSource list Robert March 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 Robert March affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert March is affiliated with Franciscan Health Michigan City.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert March was last updated on June 20, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.