HOWARD STEVEN KONOWITZ MD
NPI 1457379976
Anesthesiology in Des Plaines, IL

Q: What is Howard Konowitz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Konowitz is 1457379976. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2006.

Q: What is Howard Konowitz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Konowitz was last updated on May 16, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since July 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2750 S RIVER RD, DES PLAINES, IL 60018(847) 470-8740 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 16, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: May 16, 2023, Jul 23, 2018, Jun 27, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Howard Steven Konowitz Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

HOWARD STEVEN KONOWITZ MD (NPI 1457379976) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Des Plaines, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (36067918) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Melrose Park, and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457379976

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameHOWARD STEVEN KONOWITZCredential: MD

Location Address2750 S RIVER RDDes Plaines, IL 60018

Mailing AddressPo Box 1171Deerfield, IL 60015-6002 · (847) 945-4550 · Fax (847) 948-8103

Phone(847) 470-8740

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 1982

Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMay 16, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 16, 2023

✔ NPI 1457379976 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 36067918

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License 36067918 (IL)

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 39067918 (IL)

2750 S RIVER RD, Des Plaines, IL 60018

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1701 West North AveMelrose Park, IL 60160-1612 · Phone (708) 681-3202

Other Identifiers 3

OtherP00372337IL · Railroad Medicare

OtherO50073635IL · Railroad Medicare

Medicaid36067918IL

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Howard Steven Konowitz Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID547161366

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040127000101

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Low osmolar contrast material, 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9966

Low osmolar contrast material with 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration is a type of dye used in certain medical tests like CT scans or X-rays. It helps to highlight specific areas in your body, making them easier to see and examine. It's safe and commonly used.

2,100 services12 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

152 services45 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on anus and rectum 00902

Anesthesia for procedures on the anus and rectum ensures comfort during medical procedures. It involves the administration of medication to numb the area or induce sleep, so you don't feel pain or discomfort. This helps doctors perform necessary procedures smoothly and effectively.

68 services67 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on anus and rectum 00902

17 services17 patients

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

APOLLO HEALTH CENTER, LTD.

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