Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Praveen Sunkara, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Melrose Park, IL
- NPI 1841438967
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 98.4 / 100 · 2023
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1225 W Lake St
Melrose Park, IL 601604039
(708) 344-2161 - Mailing address
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36123 Schoolcraft RD
Livonia, MI 481501216
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 23, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #125052123
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1841438967. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,428
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$153,729
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 786 | 222 | $83 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 236 | 110 | $125 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 208 | 185 | $120 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 154 | 132 | $182 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 44 | 44 | $137 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in this city , average services per provider: 189. This provider delivers 7.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$122
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $121.85 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
100
Patients
96
Total drug cost
$643
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 31 | 29 | $108 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 26 | 26 | $180 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 16 | 15 | $195 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 16 | 15 | $37 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 11 | 11 | $124 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Praveen Sunkara's medical specialty?
Dr. Praveen Sunkara practices Internal Medicine Physician in Melrose Park, IL.
Where does Dr. Praveen Sunkara practice?
Dr. Praveen Sunkara practices at 1225 W Lake St, Melrose Park, IL 601604039. Office phone: 7083442161.
What is Dr. Praveen Sunkara's NPI?
Dr. Praveen Sunkara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841438967, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Praveen Sunkara accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Praveen Sunkara accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Praveen Sunkara commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.