Laura Thometz Puglessi
Laura Thometz Puglessi is a Physician Assistant based in Chicago, IL with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Laura Thometz Puglessi has practiced medical for 13+ years, working in independent practice. She graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School in 2013 and has 13+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
Older · 2999dNPPES updated 2018-03-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical
Contact & Location
Practice Location
151 N Michigan Ave Apt 2603, Chicago, IL 60601-7506
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better26.67%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+21.6 pts)
26.67% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
250
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
86
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
135
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
13 years in practice
Established
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Education & Training
Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (Class of 2013)
Virtual Medical Care With Laura Thometz Puglessi
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Laura Thometz Puglessi for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Chicago required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laura Thometz Puglessi
NPI records show Dr. Thometz Puglessi as active with telehealth listed in Chicago, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (262) 352-0899.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Laura Thometz Puglessi
Practice Location
151 N Michigan Ave Apt 2603, Chicago, IL 60601-7506
Mailing Address
151 N Michigan Ave Apt 2603, Chicago, IL 60601-7506
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