Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Carol Straka, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Niles, IL
- NPI 1679523005
- Accepts Medicare
- 43 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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7900 N Milwaukee Ave, 18
Niles, IL 607143159
(847) 663-9700
fax (874) 663-9702
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 15, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #036069920
- Medicaid
- IL #036069920
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679523005. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,708
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$248,356
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 531 | 323 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 497 | 311 | $133 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 341 | 295 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 332 | 290 | $10 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 307 | 253 | $2 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 289 | 289 | $86 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 288 | 273 | $13 | |
84443 |
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) | 267 | 250 | $16 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 264 | 264 | $134 | |
82306 |
Vitamin d-3 level | 213 | 206 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Niles Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 134. This provider delivers 35× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,130
Transactions
58
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novo Nordisk INC | 19 | $403.57 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 10 | $187.72 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 9 | $143.59 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 4 | $80.10 | |
| Amgen INC. | 4 | $76.40 | |
| Sumitomo Pharma America, INC. | 3 | $52.28 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 2 | $44.83 | |
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 2 | $44.09 | |
| Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, INC | 2 | $37.66 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $24.36 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $21.04 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $14.27 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,836
Patients
821
Total drug cost
$45,268
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 493 | 138 | $6,767 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 334 | 82 | $5,688 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 316 | 92 | $6,113 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 257 | 80 | $3,208 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 242 | 72 | $3,637 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 201 | 54 | $5,094 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 181 | 56 | $2,085 |
| Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide (Losartan/Hydrochlorothiazide) | Brand | 127 | 38 | $2,861 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 114 | 28 | $2,899 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 108 | 36 | $1,355 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Carol Straka's medical specialty?
Dr. Carol Straka practices Internal Medicine Physician in Niles, IL.
Where does Dr. Carol Straka practice?
Dr. Carol Straka practices at 7900 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles, IL 607143159. Office phone: 8476639700.
What is Dr. Carol Straka's NPI?
Dr. Carol Straka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679523005, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carol Straka accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carol Straka accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carol Straka commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count (HCPCS 85025). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.