Thomas Pontinen, M.D.
NPI 1467617514 · Anesthesiology Physician · Des Plaines, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Pontinen, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Des Plaines, IL (NPI 1467617514).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1467617514
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036129262 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
888 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 521 | $91 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 146 | $84 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Needle Placement77002 | 116 | $118 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 1-2 Muscles20552 | 29 | $54 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 29 | $238 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 5-10 Minutes99441 | 27 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 207 | 88 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 98 | 34 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 79 | 25 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 43 | 19 |
| Gabapentin | 41 | 13 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 39 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,372 across 34 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-28
- Last updated
- 2021-12-29
- Certified
- 2021-12-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Pontinen's NPI number?
- Thomas Pontinen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467617514, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Pontinen's specialty?
- Thomas Pontinen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Pontinen located?
- Thomas Pontinen's practice location on file with NPPES is 9700 Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016-6001.
- What is Thomas Pontinen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Pontinen is (773) 482-5800.
- Does Thomas Pontinen accept Medicare?
- Thomas Pontinen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Pontinen's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Pontinen's NPI (1467617514) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.