DR. WAJAHAT A LODHI MD
NPI 1972729986
Hospitalist in Chicago, IL

Active since April 18, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1725 W HARRISON ST STE 885, CHICAGO, IL 60612(312) 942-4500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 6, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 6, 2018, Aug 6, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Wajahat A Lodhi Md NPPES

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

DR. WAJAHAT A LODHI MD (NPI 1972729986) is an individual hospitalist provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036136620) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Rush Oak Park Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972729986
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WAJAHAT A LODHICredential: MD
Location Address1725 W HARRISON ST STE 885Chicago, IL 60612
Mailing Address1725 W Harrison St Ste 885Chicago, IL 60612-3841
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateApril 18, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 6, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1972729986 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036136620
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 036-136620 (IL)
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Neurocritical CareTaxonomy 2084A2900X · License 036-136620 (IL)
1725 W HARRISON ST STE 885, Chicago, IL 60612

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11725 W Harrison St Ste 885Chicago, IL 60612-3841 · Phone (312) 942-4500
Location 22650 Ridge Ave., IM Hospitalists Ste 4210Evanston, IL 60201 · Phone (847) 570-1010 · Fax (847) 733-5108

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid2943766OH
Medicaid0236248OH

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. Wajahat A Lodhi 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 ID9335292838
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090731000118, I20180822000963
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

8

Medicare enrollment records show Wajahat Lodhi reassigns Medicare billing to 8 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Internal Medicine
1620 W HARRISON ST
Chicago, IL 60612
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 2,169 clinicians in this Medicare group
Adult Medicine
610 S MAPLE AVE, SUITE 4600
Oak Park, IL 60304
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 51 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
520 S MAPLE AVE
Oak Park, IL 60304
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 60 clinicians in this Medicare group
Allergy & Immunology
1000 CENTRAL ST
Evanston, IL 60201
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 4,841 clinicians in this Medicare group
Hospitalist
1 INGALLS DR
Harvey, IL 60426
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 42 clinicians in this Medicare group
Pulmonary Disease
18697 BAGLEY RD
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 56 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
2500 METROHEALTH DR
Cleveland, OH 44109
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 2,147 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
11100 EUCLID AVE
Cleveland, OH 44106
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 3,958 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 5

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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
337 services148 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
151 services99 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.
32 services27 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
15 services14 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
15 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Rush Oak Park Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Oak Park, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140063
Location520 S Maple AveOak Park, IL 60304 · Cook County
Emergency services

Rush University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140119
Location1653 West Congress ParkwayChicago, IL 60612 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Parma Community General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Parma, OH
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360041
Location7007 Powers BoulevardParma, OH 44129 · Cuyahoga County

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
$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
$105.70 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $26.42 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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 Wajahat Lodhi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Wajahat Lodhi is 1972729986. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 18, 2007.

Where is Wajahat Lodhi located?

Wajahat Lodhi practices at 1725 W Harrison St Ste 885, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (312) 942-4500.

What is Wajahat Lodhi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Wajahat Lodhi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Wajahat Lodhi 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 Wajahat Lodhi's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Wajahat Lodhi reassigns Medicare benefits to 8 organizations: Rush University Medical Group (Chicago, IL), Rush Oak Park Physicians Group Adult Medicine (Oak Park, IL), Rush Oak Park Nocturnist (Oak Park, IL), Endeavor Health Medical Group (Evanston, IL), Hospitalist Physicians Of Illinois, P.C. (Harvey, IL) and 3 more organizations, 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 Wajahat Lodhi's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Wajahat Lodhi accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and CareSource list Wajahat Lodhi 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 Wajahat Lodhi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Wajahat Lodhi is affiliated with Rush Oak Park Hospital, Rush University Medical Center and Parma Community General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Wajahat Lodhi was last updated on December 6, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.