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DR. HOWARD LEE M.D.
NPI 1659799435
Anesthesiology in Chicago, IL

Active since March 31, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
251 E HURON ST # F5-704, CHICAGO, IL 60611(312) 926-2000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 18, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 18, 2019, Dec 17, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Howard Lee M.d. NPPES

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

DR. HOWARD LEE M.D. (NPI 1659799435) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036145956) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center, and is a graduate of George Washington University School Of Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659799435
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. HOWARD LEECredential: M.D.
Location Address251 E HURON ST # F5-704Chicago, IL 60611-2908
Mailing Address251 E Huron StChicago, IL 60611-2908 · (312) 926-2000
Phone(312) 926-2000
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSGeorge Washington University School Of MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateApril 18, 20192 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1659799435 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036145956
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.
251 E HURON ST # F5-704, Chicago, IL 60611
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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 Lee 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 ID9335484906
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190605000668
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 9

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.

Anesthesia for electroshock therapy 00104
Anesthesia for electroshock therapy involves administering medications to put you into a deep sleep. This ensures you won't feel pain or remember the procedure. It's essential for your comfort and safety during the therapy.
31 services26 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
22 services22 patients
Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670
Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
14 services14 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Memorial Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Springfield, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140148
Location701 N First StSpringfield, IL 62702 · Sangamon County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Lincoln, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number141322
Location200 Stahlhut DriveLincoln, IL 62656 · Logan County
Emergency services

Taylorville Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Taylorville, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number141339
Location201 East Pleasant StreetTaylorville, IL 62568 · Christian County
Emergency services

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

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

AASHKA HARISH PATEL
Anesthesiology
251 E HURON ST # F5-704
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 695-0061
DR. AARON HUDSON M.D.
Anesthesiology
251 E HURON ST # F5-704
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 926-2000
ARIANA ELDER MD
Anesthesiology
251 E HURON ST # F5-704
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 695-0061
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
General Acute Care Hospital
251 E HURON ST # F5-704
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 926-8105
JASON L HENNES M.D.
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
251 E HURON ST # F5-704
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 926-9206
DR. MAHESH VAIDYANATHAN M.D.
Anesthesiology
251 E HURON ST # F5-704, DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIA
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 695-0061
KRISTY CREDEDIO
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
251 E HURON ST # F5-704
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 926-2000
ASHLEY E PATEL CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
251 E HURON ST # F5-704
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Cook County (312) 695-0061

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 Lee's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Lee is 1659799435. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2014.

Where is Howard Lee located?

Howard Lee practices at 251 E Huron St # F5-704, Chicago, IL 60611. The listed phone number is (312) 926-2000.

What is Howard Lee's specialty?

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

Is Howard Lee enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Lee 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.

Is Howard Lee affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Howard Lee is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center, Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital and Taylorville Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Lee was last updated on April 18, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.