Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Paul Chovaz, M.D.

Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Muskegon, MI

  • NPI 1972589240
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 82.0 / 100 · 2023
  • 46 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1500 E Sherman Blvd
Muskegon, MI 494441849
(231) 672-2000
Mailing address
550 W Western Ave, Suite B
Muskegon, MI 494401045

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
August 20, 2012
Year of graduation
1980 — 46 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207L00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Michigan #4301062565
Medicaid
MI #3041713

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972589240. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
89
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$8,184
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
01402 Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 14 14 $206
01810 Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 14 13 $70
01630 Anesthesia for other procedure on top of arm bone and shoulder joint 13 13 $170
64447 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 13 13 $61
64450 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch 12 12 $20
76942 Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 12 12 $30
64415 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 11 11 $64

In context: peer comparison

Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 17. This provider delivers 5.2× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Paul Chovaz's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Chovaz practices Anesthesiology Physician in Muskegon, MI.
Where does Dr. Paul Chovaz practice?
Dr. Paul Chovaz practices at 1500 E Sherman Blvd, Muskegon, MI 494441849. Office phone: 2316722000.
What is Dr. Paul Chovaz's NPI?
Dr. Paul Chovaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972589240, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Chovaz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Chovaz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Chovaz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement (HCPCS 01402); Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand (HCPCS 01810); Anesthesia for other procedure on top of arm bone and shoulder joint (HCPCS 01630). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.