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THOMAS PONTINEN M.D.
NPI 1467617514
Anesthesiology in Des Plaines, IL

Active since July 28, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
9700 GOLF ROAD, DES PLAINES, IL 60016(773) 482-5800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 29, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Thomas Pontinen M.d. NPPES

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

THOMAS PONTINEN M.D. (NPI 1467617514) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Des Plaines, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036129262) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467617514
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameTHOMAS PONTINENCredential: M.D.
Location Address9700 GOLF ROADDes Plaines, IL 60016-6001
Mailing Address9680 Golf RdDes Plaines, IL 60016-1522 · (773) 482-5800 · Fax (773) 767-9604
Phone(773) 482-5800
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJuly 28, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 29, 2021
NPPES CertifiedDecember 27, 2021
✔ NPI 1467617514 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036129262
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 ListedPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineTaxonomy 208VP0014X · License 036129262 (IL)
9700 GOLF ROAD, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Thomas Pontinen M.d. 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 ID3274759220
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140728001165
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Thomas Pontinen reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

River Road Anesthesia Specialists, LLC
Same address
Anesthesiology
9700 GOLF RD
Des Plaines, IL 60016
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 9 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1215545272 (630) 410-7700
Midwest Anesthesia And Pain Specialists, Sc
0.1 mi
Interventional Pain Medicine
9700 GOLF RD, SECOND FLOOR
Des Plaines, IL 60016
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 14 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1558773754 (847) 348-8250
Illinois Anesthesia Specialists LLC
23 mi
Anesthesiology
1644 E 53RD ST
Chicago, IL 60615
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 6 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1740642321 (773) 752-6340

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
521 services136 patients
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.
170 services38 patients
Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose J7321
Hyaluronan or derivatives like Hyalgan, Supartz, or Visco-3, are used in intra-articular injections for joint pain relief. They help by improving joint lubrication, reducing inflammation, and promoting tissue healing. Each dose is administered directly into the joint space.
161 services24 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
146 services43 patients
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.
116 services37 patients
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg J1030
Methylprednisolone acetate is a medication given through an injection. It's a type of corticosteroid, which reduces inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat various conditions like arthritis, allergies, and skin diseases. This dose is 40 mg.
49 services25 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

CHICAGO NEUROSPINE SURGRY PLLC
Neurological Surgery
9700 GOLF ROAD
DES PLAINES, IL 60016
Cook County (708) 765-3999
MRS. BENTLEY FISHER SIZER MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
9700 GOLF ROAD
DES PLAINES, IL 60016
Cook County (773) 482-5800
ANGIE OSMANSKI PA-C
Physician Assistant
9700 GOLF ROAD, APT 713
DES PLAINES, IL 60016
Cook County (773) 482-5800

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Thomas Pontinen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Pontinen is 1467617514. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 28, 2008.

Where is Thomas Pontinen located?

Thomas Pontinen practices at 9700 Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016. The listed phone number is (773) 482-5800.

What is Thomas Pontinen's specialty?

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

Is Thomas Pontinen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Pontinen is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Thomas Pontinen's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Thomas Pontinen reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: River Road Anesthesia Specialists, LLC (Des Plaines, IL), Midwest Anesthesia And Pain Specialists, Sc (Des Plaines, IL) and Illinois Anesthesia Specialists LLC (Chicago, IL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Thomas Pontinen's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Pontinen was last updated on December 29, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.