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JOHN WARD MD
NPI 1790342038
Anesthesiology in Chicago, IL

Active since May 22, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1653 W CONGRESS PKWY, CHICAGO, IL 60612(312) 942-3456 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 22, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About John Ward Md NPPES

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

JOHN WARD MD (NPI 1790342038) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (125.074189) and active in the NPI registry since May 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hillcrest Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790342038
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN WARDCredential: MD
Location Address1653 W CONGRESS PKWYChicago, IL 60612-3833
Mailing Address832 S Claremont Ave Apt 2rChicago, IL 60612-4238
Phone(312) 942-3456
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Oklahoma College Of MedicineGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateMay 22, 2019
✔ NPI 1790342038 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 125.074189
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.
1653 W CONGRESS PKWY, Chicago, IL 60612
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma.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

John Ward 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 ID9436484722
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240126000136
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.

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
29 services29 patients
Other procedure on nervous system 64999
A procedure on the nervous system can involve various techniques to diagnose or treat conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord, or nerves. These can include surgeries, tests, or therapies. It's done by specialized doctors to help improve your neurological health.
25 services25 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.
15 services15 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hillcrest Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tulsa, OK
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number370001
Location1120 South Utica AvenueTulsa, OK 74104 · Tulsa County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

DR. SARAH ELIZABETH RIMAR M.D.
Internal Medicine
1653 W CONGRESS PKWY
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-5000
KAITLIN ROBLING MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1653 W CONGRESS PKWY
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-5000
LAUREN ELIZABETH ARSENAULT MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1653 W CONGRESS PKWY
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-5781
ALEX MICHAEL JAMES
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1653 W CONGRESS PKWY
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (888) 352-7874
WERNER MEIER M.D.
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
1653 W CONGRESS PKWY
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-7154
UNIVERSITY PATHOLOGISTS P C
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1653 W CONGRESS PKWY
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-5700
RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
Clinical Medical Laboratory
1653 W CONGRESS PKWY, ROOM 1188-JELKE
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-2054
DR. PATOULA PANAGOS-BILLIRIS MD
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
1653 W CONGRESS PKWY, 3 PAVILLION
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Cook County (312) 942-3306

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 John Ward's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Ward is 1790342038. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 22, 2019.

Where is John Ward located?

John Ward practices at 1653 W Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (312) 942-3456.

What is John Ward's specialty?

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

Is John Ward enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Ward 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 John Ward accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma list John Ward 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 John Ward affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Ward is affiliated with Hillcrest Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Ward was last updated on May 22, 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.