Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Howard Konowitz, MD

Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Internal Medicine Physician · Des Plaines, IL

  • NPI 1457379976
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 44 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

Operates at 2 locations .

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
2750 S River RD
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 470-8740
Additional location
701 West North Ave
Melrose Park, IL 601601612
(708) 681-3202
Mailing address
Po Box 1171
Deerfield, IL 600156002

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
May 16, 2023
Year of graduation
1982 — 44 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207L00000X — NUCC code
State licenses (2)
Illinois #36067918 · Illinois #39067918
Medicaid
IL #36067918

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1457379976. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
1,976
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$35,254
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
Q9966 Low osmolar contrast material, 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml 1,700 13 $0
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 156 44 $133
00902 Anesthesia for procedure on anus and rectum 59 59 $157
00902 Anesthesia for procedure on anus and rectum 27 27 $152
J1030 Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg 17 13 $8
J1040 Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg 17 13 $12

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 329. This provider delivers 6.0× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
347
Patients
72
Total drug cost
$23,338
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Duloxetine Hcl Generic 62 13 $2,048
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) Brand 58 15 $1,463
Tramadol Hcl Generic 55 18 $547
Gabapentin Generic 52 13 $481
Tizanidine Hcl Generic 41 13 $371
Pregabalin Generic 19 0 $743
Buprenorphine Generic 16 0 $4,851
Meloxicam Generic 16 0 $91
Belbuca (Buprenorphine Hcl) Brand 14 0 $12,669
Diazepam Generic 14 0 $75

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Howard Konowitz's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Konowitz practices Anesthesiology Physician in Des Plaines, IL.
Where does Dr. Howard Konowitz practice?
Dr. Howard Konowitz practices at 2750 S River RD, Des Plaines, IL 60018. Office phone: 8474708740.
What is Dr. Howard Konowitz's NPI?
Dr. Howard Konowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457379976, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Konowitz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Konowitz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Konowitz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Low osmolar contrast material, 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9966); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Anesthesia for procedure on anus and rectum (HCPCS 00902). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.