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AMIT WASUDEO BHANDARKAR MD
NPI 1962711937
Orthopaedic Surgery in Chesterfield, MO

Active since September 24, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
16216 BAXTER RD BLDG SUITE110, CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017(618) 417-7463 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 12, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 12, 2024, May 9, 2024, Sep 30, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Amit Wasudeo Bhandarkar Md NPPES

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

AMIT WASUDEO BHANDARKAR MD (NPI 1962711937) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Chesterfield, Missouri, licensed in Alabama (L3267) and active in the NPI registry since September 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital -centralia, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962711937
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameAMIT WASUDEO BHANDARKARCredential: MD
Location Address16216 BAXTER RD BLDG SUITE110Chesterfield, MO 63017-4770
Mailing AddressPo Box 55309Birmingham, AL 35255-5309 · (205) 731-9701
Phone(618) 417-7463
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateSeptember 24, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 12, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 12, 2024
✔ NPI 1962711937 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · L3267
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
16216 BAXTER RD BLDG SUITE110, Chesterfield, MO 63017
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 11201 Ricker RdSalem, IL 62881-4263 · Phone (618) 548-3194 · Fax (618) 740-0122
Location 2402 N Pleasant AveCentralia, IL 62801-3006 · Phone (618) 436-6185
Location 3619 19th St SBirmingham, AL 35249-0001 · Phone (205) 934-4011

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and more.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

Amit Wasudeo Bhandarkar 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 ID3678753720
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160412001675, I20220304001313, I20240823001878
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

6

Medicare enrollment records show Amit Bhandarkar reassigns Medicare billing to 6 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Satvik Shushrusha Medical PC
Same address
Orthopaedic Surgery
16216 BAXTER RD BLDG SUITE110
Chesterfield, MO 63017
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
NPI 1750135943 (314) 557-3472
Gateway Pain Center Inc
8.6 mi
Pain Medicine
10435 CLAYTON RD, SUITE 120
Frontenac, MO 63131
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 5 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568475689 (314) 985-3002
Physician Services Corporation Of Southern Illinois Inc.
91 mi
Internal Medicine
4218 LINCOLNSHIRE DR
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 296 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1831101807 (618) 899-3600
Anesthesia Associates Of Southern Illinois Surgery Center LLC
91 mi
Anesthesiology
2 GOOD SAMARITAN WAY STE 200
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 41 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1043757487 (618) 899-5703
Unity Healthcare Alliance
536 mi
Orthopaedic Surgery
4301 N MACARTHUR BLVD
Irving, TX 75038
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1326886771 (844) 864-8942
Texas Orthopedic And Spine Associates PLLC
557 mi
Surgery of the Hand
923 COLLEGE AVE STE 101
Fort Worth, TX 76104
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 9 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1558013169 (817) 697-4038

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 9

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 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.
64 services51 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 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.
48 services41 patients
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493
This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.
39 services33 patients
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494
This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.
36 services30 patients
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483
This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.
28 services20 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.
17 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital -Centralia

Acute Care Hospitals · Centralia, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140034
Location400 North Pleasant AvenueCentralia, IL 62801 · Marion County
Emergency services

Good Samaritan Regional Hlth Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Mount Vernon, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140046
Location1 Good Samaritan WayMount Vernon, IL 62864 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Lukes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Chesterfield, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260179
Location232 S Woods Mill RdChesterfield, MO 63017 · St. Louis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63017 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
$86.32 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $21.58 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.50 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
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

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

SATVIK SHUSHRUSHA MEDICAL PC
Orthopaedic Surgery
16216 BAXTER RD BLDG SUITE110
CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017
St. Louis County (314) 557-3472

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 Amit Bhandarkar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Amit Bhandarkar is 1962711937. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 24, 2010.

Where is Amit Bhandarkar located?

Amit Bhandarkar practices at 16216 Baxter Rd Bldg Suite110, Chesterfield, MO 63017. The listed phone number is (618) 417-7463.

What is Amit Bhandarkar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Amit Bhandarkar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Amit Bhandarkar 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 Amit Bhandarkar's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Amit Bhandarkar reassigns Medicare benefits to 6 organizations: Satvik Shushrusha Medical PC (Chesterfield, MO), Gateway Pain Center Inc (Frontenac, MO), Physician Services Corporation Of Southern Illinois Inc. (Mount Vernon, IL), Anesthesia Associates Of Southern Illinois Surgery Center LLC (Mount Vernon, IL), Unity Healthcare Alliance (Irving, TX) and 1 more organization, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Amit Bhandarkar's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Amit Bhandarkar accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Cigna Healthcare and Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and 1 other insurer list Amit Bhandarkar 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 Amit Bhandarkar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Amit Bhandarkar is affiliated with Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital -Centralia, Good Samaritan Regional Hlth Center and St Lukes Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Amit Bhandarkar was last updated on September 12, 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.