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DR. HOWARD SHANE KOTLER M.D.
NPI 1609805985
Otolaryngology in Chicago, IL

Active since June 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
843 W ADAMS ST APT 509, CHICAGO, IL 60607(312) 622-3500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 8, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 8, 2024, Dec 13, 2021, Dec 8, 2015 (3 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Howard Shane Kotler M.d. NPPES

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

DR. HOWARD SHANE KOTLER M.D. (NPI 1609805985) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036082174) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Lukes Magic Valley Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Twin Falls.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609805985
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. HOWARD SHANE KOTLERCredential: M.D.
Location Address843 W ADAMS ST APT 509Chicago, IL 60607-3000
Mailing Address843 W Adams St Apt 509Chicago, IL 60607-3000 · (312) 622-3500
Phone(312) 622-3500
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateJune 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 8, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 8, 2024
✔ NPI 1609805985 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036082174
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
843 W ADAMS ST APT 509, Chicago, IL 60607
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1625 Pole Line Rd W Ste 2BTwin Falls, ID 83301-4270 · Phone (208) 814-7350 · Fax (208) 732-8508

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid036082174IL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica, Providence Health Plan, Quartz.Insurance ›

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

Dr. Howard Shane Kotler 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 ID9234298712
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100625000057, I20240319002767, I20260115001928
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 3

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
29 services29 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
29 services29 patients
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.
21 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

St Lukes Magic Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Twin Falls, ID
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number130002
Location801 Pole Line Road WestTwin Falls, ID 83301 · Twin Falls County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Uw Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Rockford, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140228
Location1401 East State StreetRockford, IL 61104 · Winnebago County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Rhinelander, WI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520019
Location2251 North Shore DrRhinelander, WI 54501 · Oneida County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60607 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$138.86 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$74.80 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $18.70 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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 Howard Kotler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Kotler is 1609805985. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 30, 2006.

Where is Howard Kotler located?

Howard Kotler practices at 843 W Adams St Apt 509, Chicago, IL 60607. The listed phone number is (312) 622-3500.

What is Howard Kotler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Howard Kotler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Kotler 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.

What insurance does Howard Kotler accept?

Health plans from Medica, Providence Health Plan and Quartz list Howard Kotler as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Howard Kotler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Howard Kotler is affiliated with St Lukes Magic Valley Medical Center, Uw Health and Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Kotler was last updated on April 8, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.