Howard Lee, M.D.
NPI 1659799435 · Anesthesiology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Lee, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1659799435).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659799435
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036145956 (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
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
146 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for Electroshock Therapy00104 | 31 | $52 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 22 | $87 |
| Anesthesia for Lens Surgery00142 | 17 | $55 |
| Anesthesia for Extensive Surgery on Spine00670 | 15 | $261 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00811 | 14 | $74 |
| Insertion of Artery Tube for Blood Sampling Or Infusion Through Skin36620 | 14 | $43 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Skin of Arms, Legs, and Front Body |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-03-31
- Last updated
- 2019-04-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Lee's NPI number?
- Howard Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659799435, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Lee's specialty?
- Howard Lee is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Lee located?
- Howard Lee's practice location on file with NPPES is 251 E Huron St # F5-704, Chicago, IL 60611-2908.
- What is Howard Lee's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Lee is (312) 926-2000.
- Does Howard Lee accept Medicare?
- Howard Lee is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Lee's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Lee's NPI (1659799435) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-04-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.