Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ricardo Fontes, M.D.
Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Chicago, IL
- NPI 1316179088
- Accepts Medicare
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1653 W Congress Pkwy
Chicago, IL 606123833
(312) 942-0000 - Mailing address
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850 N State St, Unit 20G
Chicago, IL 606108665
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 23, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207T00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #125-055776
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1316179088. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
748
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$278,791
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
22614 |
Fusion of additional segment of spine | 208 | 24 | $431 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 69 | 60 | $135 | |
22216 |
Incision or removal of spine bone segment, each additional segment | 52 | 18 | $412 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 47 | 45 | $150 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 45 | 30 | $307 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 44 | 38 | $189 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 42 | 38 | $104 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 35 | 35 | $194 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 29 | 29 | $233 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 23 | 23 | $143 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 29 peers in this city , average services per provider: 38. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$18,607
Transactions
19
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Globus Medical, Inc. | 18 | $18,589.91 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $17.25 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
200
Patients
59
Total drug cost
$3,519
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 70 | 26 | $1,198 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 55 | 21 | $619 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 20 | 0 | $443 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 16 | 0 | $361 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 14 | 0 | $741 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 13 | 12 | $125 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 12 | 0 | $32 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ricardo Fontes's medical specialty?
Dr. Ricardo Fontes practices Neurological Surgery Physician in Chicago, IL.
Where does Dr. Ricardo Fontes practice?
Dr. Ricardo Fontes practices at 1653 W Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL 606123833. Office phone: 3129420000.
What is Dr. Ricardo Fontes's NPI?
Dr. Ricardo Fontes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316179088, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ricardo Fontes accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ricardo Fontes accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ricardo Fontes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Fusion of additional segment of spine (HCPCS 22614); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Incision or removal of spine bone segment, each additional segment (HCPCS 22216). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.