Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paru Kathpalia, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Chicago, IL
- NPI 1689864787
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1101 S Canal St
Chicago, IL 606074901
(312) 986-0110
fax (312) 663-1010
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 21, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #36-129369
- Medicaid
- IL #036129369
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689864787. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,468
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$305,371
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 496 | 86 | $364 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 493 | 132 | $121 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 187 | 93 | $80 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 130 | 99 | $182 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 105 | 31 | $109 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 44 | 29 | $304 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 13 | 13 | $137 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 62 peers in Chicago Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 104. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
589
Patients
97
Total drug cost
$255,621
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 66 | 20 | $661 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 59 | 20 | $14,335 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 51 | 0 | $584 |
| Nifedipine ER (Nifedipine) | Brand | 51 | 16 | $2,760 |
| Velphoro (Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide) | Brand | 44 | 11 | $122,924 |
| Calcitriol | Generic | 43 | 0 | $873 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 43 | 14 | $578 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 40 | 0 | $251 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 40 | 0 | $538 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 38 | 16 | $412 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paru Kathpalia's medical specialty?
Dr. Paru Kathpalia practices Nephrology Physician in Chicago, IL.
Where does Dr. Paru Kathpalia practice?
Dr. Paru Kathpalia practices at 1101 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 606074901. Office phone: 3129860110.
What is Dr. Paru Kathpalia's NPI?
Dr. Paru Kathpalia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689864787, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paru Kathpalia accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paru Kathpalia accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paru Kathpalia commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.