Robert W Bastian, MD
Robert W Bastian is an Otolaryngology specialist based in Downers Grove, IL with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Robert W Bastian, MD has practiced otolaryngology for 48+ years, working in group practice. A Washington University School of Medicine graduate since 1978, he brings 48+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
Older · 190dNPPES updated 2025-11-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3010 Highland Pkwy Ste 250, Downers Grove, IL 60515-5545
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.34%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.2 pts)
5.34% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
347
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
85
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
206
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $9k
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, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$14 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Robert W Bastian's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1978
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis
Board certified · Nov 13, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
48 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Taxonomy: 207Y00000X
Education & Training
Washington University School of Medicine (Class of 1978)
Virtual Otolaryngology Care With Robert W Bastian
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert W Bastian for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Downers Grove 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 Robert W Bastian
Dr. Bastian is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Downers Grove, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (630) 724-1100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Robert W Bastian
Practice Location
3010 Highland Pkwy Ste 250, Downers Grove, IL 60515-5545
Mailing Address
3010 Highland Pkwy Ste 250, Downers Grove, IL 60515-5545
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