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DR. GURSANT ATWAL M.D.
NPI 1992041461
Neurological Surgery in Chicago, IL

Active since January 02, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.08/100
CMS Quality Rating
UNIVERSITY OF IL HOSPITAL & HEALTH SCIENCE SYSTEM, 1740 W TAYLOR ST, CHICAGO, IL 60612(312) 996-4842(312) 996-9018 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 11, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Gursant Atwal M.d. NPPES

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

DR. GURSANT ATWAL M.D. (NPI 1992041461) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036145915) and active in the NPI registry since January 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics, and maintains a secondary practice location in Phoenix.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992041461
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207T00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GURSANT ATWALCredential: M.D.
Location AddressUNIVERSITY OF IL HOSPITAL & HEALTH SCIENCE SYSTEM, 1740 W TAYLOR STChicago, IL 60612
Mailing AddressUniv. Of Il, Dept. Of Neurosurgery, 912 S Wood St, M/c 799, Suite 451nChicago, IL 60612-4434 · (312) 996-4842 · Fax (312) 996-9018
Phone(312) 996-4842
Fax(312) 996-9018
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSState University Of New York At Buffalo School Of MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJanuary 2, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateMay 11, 2018
✔ NPI 1992041461 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207T00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IL · 036145915✔ Licensed in AZ · 50220
Definition
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
UNIVERSITY OF IL HOSPITAL & HEALTH SCIENCE SYSTEM, Chicago, IL 60612
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12910 N 3rd AvePhoenix, AZ 85013-4434 · Phone (602) 406-3489 · Fax (602) 406-4402

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid017023AZ

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. Gursant Atwal 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 ID6002136405
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180711001790
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 Gursant Atwal reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois
Same address
Anesthesiology
1740 W TAYLOR ST
Chicago, IL 60612
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 2,127 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013136282 (312) 996-4020
Cook County
0.3 mi
Family Medicine
605 S WOLCOTT AVE, SUITE 605
Chicago, IL 60612
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 1,047 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1912063439 (312) 864-4649
Mount Sinai Community Foundation Dba Sinai Medical Group
1.0 mi
Family Medicine
1859 S BLUE ISLAND AVE
Chicago, IL 60608
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Mount Sinai Community Foundation
  • 646 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1407264583 (773) 738-3111

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 7

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.

Insertion of tube into internal neck artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist 36224
This procedure involves placing a small tube into your neck artery. It helps diagnose or treat certain conditions. A radiologist, a doctor specializing in medical imaging, reviews the process to ensure accuracy and safety.
35 services30 patients
3d radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing 76377
A 3D radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing is a high-tech imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed 3D images of the body. The computerized postprocessing further enhances these images for more precise diagnosis and treatment planning.
26 services20 patients
Insertion of tube into brain artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist 36226
This procedure involves inserting a thin tube into a brain artery. It aids in diagnosing or treating brain conditions. A radiologist reviews the process to ensure accuracy and safety. It's a critical step in managing brain health effectively.
25 services25 patients
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152
This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.
23 services20 patients
Insertion of tube into external neck artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist 36227
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery in your neck. This is done to diagnose or treat certain conditions. A radiologist, a doctor who specializes in medical imaging, will review the procedure to ensure everything is done correctly.
21 services21 patients
Insertion of tube into intracranial artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist 36223
This procedure involves placing a tube into an artery in the brain. It's typically done for diagnostic purposes or treatment. A radiologist, a doctor specializing in imaging, reviews the process to ensure accuracy and safety.
20 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number140150
Location1740 West Taylor St Suite 1400Chicago, IL 60612 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Osf Little Company Of Mary Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Evergreen Park, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number140179
Location2800 W 95th StEvergreen Park, IL 60805 · Cook 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
$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
$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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

87.08/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality70.79
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost52.82

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 Gursant Atwal's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gursant Atwal is 1992041461. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 2, 2013.

Where is Gursant Atwal located?

Gursant Atwal practices at University Of Il Hospital & Health Science System 1740 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (312) 996-4842.

What is Gursant Atwal's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Is Gursant Atwal enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gursant Atwal 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 Gursant Atwal's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Gursant Atwal reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois (Chicago, IL), Cook County (Chicago, IL) and Mount Sinai Community Foundation Dba Sinai Medical Group (Chicago, IL). 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 Gursant Atwal's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Gursant Atwal affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gursant Atwal is affiliated with University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics and Osf Little Company Of Mary Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gursant Atwal was last updated on May 11, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.