Howard Axe, MD
NPI 1649254939 · Internal Medicine Physician · Grayslake, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Axe, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Grayslake, IL (NPI 1649254939).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649254939
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036084066 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,184 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 263 | $184 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 201 | $131 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 172 | $9 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 165 | $17 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 153 | $133 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 74 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 504 | 151 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 228 | 61 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 188 | 56 |
| Lisinopril | 170 | 43 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 136 | 39 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 127 | 37 |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1515 W Dundee RdArlington Heights, IL 60004-1435Phone: (847) 590-1515Fax: (847) 590-1514
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-01
- Last updated
- 2018-09-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Axe's NPI number?
- Howard Axe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649254939, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Axe's specialty?
- Howard Axe is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Axe located?
- Howard Axe's practice location on file with NPPES is 1475 E Belvidere Rd Ste 185, Grayslake, IL 60030.
- What is Howard Axe's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Axe is (847) 535-6150.
- Does Howard Axe accept Medicare?
- Howard Axe is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Axe's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Axe's NPI (1649254939) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-09-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.