Physician Profile

Bruce A. Orkin, MD

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About Dr. Orkin

Based in Urbana, IL, Bruce A. Orkin, MD is listed in the NPI registry under colon & rectal surgery. Bruce graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1981. According to Medicare claims data, Bruce cared for 62 Medicare patients across 63 services. The services billed most often include moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monit, colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk, and initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes.

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Education & Training

Specialty

Colon & Rectal Surgery (Primary)
Colon & Rectal Surgery (Additional)
Colon & Rectal Surgery (Additional)
Colon & Rectal Surgery (Additional)

Credentials & Licensing

IL license036132041
DC license17999
FL licenseME134093
MD license0050656
NPI1255341970
NPI issued08/08/2006

License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.

Medicare information

Accepts Medicare assignmentYes
Medicare opt-outNo
Can order and refer in MedicareYes

Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.

Common questions

What does Dr. Orkin specialize in?

Dr. Orkin is a colorectal surgeon in Urbana, IL. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Colon & Rectal Surgery”.

NPI registry

Where is Dr. Orkin located?

Dr. Orkin is listed at 611 W Park St, Urbana, IL 61801. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Orkin's phone number?

The number on file is (217) 383-3080. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Orkin's NPI number?

Dr. Orkin's National Provider Identifier is 1255341970. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.

NPI registry

Where did Dr. Orkin go to medical school?

Dr. Orkin attended University of Minnesota Medical School, graduating in 1981. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

How long has Dr. Orkin been practicing?

Dr. Orkin has 45 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1981, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

What does Dr. Orkin do most often?

According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Orkin performs procedures including biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.

Medicare claims

Has Dr. Orkin confirmed this information?

Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Orkin. If this is you, claiming it is free.

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