Howard Konowitz, MD
NPI 1457379976 · Anesthesiology Physician · Des Plaines, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Konowitz, MD is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Des Plaines, IL (NPI 1457379976).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457379976
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 36067918 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
237 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 152 | $132 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Anus and Rectum00902 | 68 | $151 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Anus and Rectum00902 | 17 | $153 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $132–$153 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 62 | 14 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 61 | 19 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 47 | 17 |
| Gabapentin | 42 | 15 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 38 | 12 |
| Pregabalin | 27 | — |
| Buprenorphine Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 701 West North AveMelrose Park, IL 60160-1612Phone: (708) 681-3202
- 701 West North AveMelrose Park, IL 60160-1612Phone: (708) 681-3202
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-17
- Last updated
- 2023-05-16
- Certified
- 2023-05-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Konowitz's NPI number?
- Howard Konowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457379976, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Konowitz's specialty?
- Howard Konowitz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Konowitz located?
- Howard Konowitz's practice location on file with NPPES is 2750 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018.
- What is Howard Konowitz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Konowitz is (847) 470-8740.
- Does Howard Konowitz accept Medicare?
- Howard Konowitz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Konowitz's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Konowitz's NPI (1457379976) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-05-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.