Provider Profile
Maria Cristina V. Espera
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Maria Cristina Espera
Listed in the NPI registry as a registered dietitian / nutritionist, Maria Cristina V. Espera practices in Chicago, IL. According to Medicare claims data, Maria Cristina cared for 132 Medicare patients across 869 services. The services billed most often include therapy procedure reassessment for nutrition management, each 15 minutes and therapy procedure for nutrition management, each 15 minutes. NPI 1043469554 identifies this record in the national registry.
Factual summary compiled by Guide.md from public records; not written by this provider.
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
Contact Information
- (888) 785-7370
- Email not available
Practice Locations
1525 W HOMER ST SUITE 301
Chicago, IL 60642
Conditions Supported and Services
Within Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
Allergies & Immune
Behavioral nutrition
- Orthorexia
Bone Health
Chronic conditions
- Cystic Fibrosis Malabsorption
Digestive Health
- Acid reflux
- Chronic Bloating and Gas
- Chronic pancreatitis
- Constipation
- Diverticulosis and uncomplicated diverticulitis
- Eosinophilic esophagitis
- Gallstones
- Gastroparesis
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth
Digestive health
- Candida Overgrowth
- Chronic diarrhea
- Fructose Malabsorption
- Gut Health Issues
- Lactose intolerance
- Post-Cholecystectomy Digestion Issues
- Swallowing difficulties
General nutrition
- Chronic fatigue
- Difficulty Gaining Weight
- Unexplained Weight Loss
General Nutrition
Heart & Circulation
Hormonal & Women's Health
- Menopause Weight Gain
- PCOS
- Thyroid problems
Immune & Allergy
Joint & Metabolic Health
Kidney Health
Kidney health
Liver & Metabolic Health
Liver health
- Cirrhosis of the Liver
Mental & Behavioral Health
Metabolic health
Metabolic Health
Neurological
- Food-Triggered Migraines
Nutritional Deficiencies
Oncology
Pediatric Health
- Picky Eating and Food Aversion
- Poor Infant Weight Gain
Pregnancy & Women's Health
Sports & Fitness
Surgical Recovery
- Post-Bariatric Surgery Complications
Women's health
- Endometriosis Belly and Inflammation
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Diabetes education
- Gut health coaching
- Meal planning
- Medical nutrition therapy
- Weight loss nutrition
Behavioral Counseling
- Eating Disorder Nutrition Therapy
- Intuitive Eating Coaching
Behavioral nutrition
- Mindful Eating Training
Clinical Nutrition
- Acid Reflux Diet Protocol
- Heart-Healthy DASH Diet Coaching
- IV Nutrition Support
- Kidney Disease Diet Planning
- Oncology Nutrition Consultation
- Senior Nutrition Assessment
- Tube Feeding Management
Coaching & Education
- Carb Counting Training
- Nutrition Fact Label Reading Training
Consultations
- Virtual Nutrition Counseling
Diet protocols
- Anti-Candida Diet Protocol
- Low-Oxalate Diet Coaching
- Low-Purine Diet Consultation
Diet Protocols
- Anti-Inflammatory Diet Coaching
- Autoimmune Protocol Coaching
- Elimination Diet Program
- Gluten-Free Diet Transition Guidance
- Histamine Elimination Diet Coaching
- Ketogenic Diet Coaching
- Low-FODMAP Diet Consultation
- Plant-Based and Vegan Diet Coaching
- SIBO Diet Coaching
Heart health
- Cholesterol-Lowering Portfolio Diet Coaching
Hormonal & Women's Health
- PCOS Diet Consultation
Lifestyle Coaching
- Guided Grocery Store Tour
- Kitchen and Pantry Makeover
Maternal & Infant
- Gestational Diabetes Diet Coaching
- Postpartum and Breastfeeding Nutrition Consultation
- Pregnancy Nutrition Consultation
Medical diet therapy
- Dialysis Nutrition Coaching
- Post-Gallbladder Removal Diet Plan
- Swallowing Problem Pureed Diet Planning
Pediatric nutrition
- Pediatric Dairy-Free Weaning Guidance
Pediatric Services
- Baby-Led Weaning Consultation
- Formula and Breastmilk Fortification Guidance
- Pediatric Picky Eating Therapy
Sports & Fitness
- Muscle Building Macro Planning
- Sports Nutrition Coaching
Surgical Consultations
- Bariatric Surgery Nutrition Clearance
Testing & Assessment
- Body Composition Analysis
- Continuous Glucose Monitor Coaching
- Diet Diary Analysis
- Dietary Supplement Review
- DNA Diet and Nutrigenomics Testing
- Food Sensitivity Testing
- Gut Microbiome Stool Test Review
- Nutrient Deficiency Testing and Review
- Resting Metabolic Rate Test
Weight & Lifestyle
- Intermittent Fasting Coaching
- Weight Gain Meal Planning
Women's health
- Hormone Balancing Diet Coaching
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
869 services · 132 patients · 2 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Therapy procedure reassessment for nutrition management, each 15 minutes | Treatment | 97803 |
750 | More than most peers in Registered Dietitian /… |
| Therapy procedure for nutrition management, each 15 minutes | Treatment | 97802 |
119 | More often than most peers in Registered Dietitian /… |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other registered dietitian / nutritionists at this location 8
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other registered dietitian / nutritionists in Chicago 8
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 6 related providers in 1 group
Also performs Therapy procedure reassessment for nutrition management, each 15 minutes 6
Providers in IL who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What kind of doctor is Maria Cristina V. Espera?
Maria Cristina V. Espera is a registered dietitian / nutritionist in Chicago, IL. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry.
NPI registry
What is Maria Cristina V. Espera's address?
Maria Cristina V. Espera is listed at 1525 W Homer St Suite 301, Chicago, IL 60642. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How can I make an appointment with Maria Cristina V. Espera?
The number on file is (888) 785-7370. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.
NPI registry
What is Maria Cristina V. Espera's NPI number?
Maria Cristina V. Espera's National Provider Identifier is 1043469554. 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
How long has Maria Cristina V. Espera been practicing?
Maria Cristina V. Espera has 18+ years experience. Registered with an NPI since 2008. National Provider Identifiers only began in 2005, so a provider who qualified earlier may have practiced for longer than this.
NPI registry
What procedures does Maria Cristina V. Espera perform?
According to Medicare billing data, Maria Cristina V. Espera provides treatments such as therapy procedure reassessment for nutrition management, each 15 minutes and therapy procedure for nutrition management, each 15 minutes. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Has Maria Cristina V. Espera confirmed this information?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Maria Cristina V. Espera. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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