Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Thoracic Surgery) · Arlington Heights, IL
- NPI 1720225436
- Accepts Medicare
- 18 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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880 W Central RD Ste 5000
Arlington Heights, IL 600052355
(847) 618-3800
fax (847) 618-3830
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 5, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #036142995
- Medicaid
- NY #04273456
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720225436. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
40
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$4,355
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 28 | 20 | $87 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 12 | 12 | $161 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 20. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$291
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. | 3 | $202.49 | |
| ATRICURE, INC. | 1 | $36.71 | |
| Genentech USA, Inc. | 1 | $20.51 | |
| CONMED Corporation | 1 | $15.86 | |
| VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED | 1 | $15.58 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
13
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$116
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $116 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nicholas Yerkes's medical specialty?
Dr. Nicholas Yerkes practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Arlington Heights, IL.
Where does Dr. Nicholas Yerkes practice?
Dr. Nicholas Yerkes practices at 880 W Central RD Ste 5000, Arlington Heights, IL 600052355. Office phone: 8476183800.
What is Dr. Nicholas Yerkes's NPI?
Dr. Nicholas Yerkes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720225436, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nicholas Yerkes accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas Yerkes accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nicholas Yerkes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.