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Dr. Howard Konowitz, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Internist

Des Plaines, IL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Konowitz, Anesthesiologist in Des Plaines, IL?

    Dr. Howard Konowitz, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Des Plaines, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Konowitz completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Anesthesiology Evanston Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Konowitz is fluent in English, Arabic, German, Korean, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Konowitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Konowitz’s office at (847) 470-8740.

    Where did Dr. Konowitz go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Anesthesiology Evanston Hosp, Internal Medicine | Northwestern University

    Is Dr. Konowitz board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Konowitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Konowitz speak?

    Dr. Konowitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English
    • German
    • Korean
    • Spanish
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Konowitz typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Konowitz diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Konowitz. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Konowitz typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Konowitz may include:

    Please contact Dr. Konowitz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Konowitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Konowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 470-8740 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Konowitz accept in Des Plaines, IL?

    Dr. Konowitz in Des Plaines, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Konowitz's office located?

    Dr. Howard Konowitz's Primary Practice

    2750 S River Rd

    Des Plaines, IL 60018

    (847) 470-8740

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    Dr. Howard Konowitz's Practice 2

    701 W North Ave

    Melrose Park, IL 60160

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    Dr. Howard Konowitz's Practice 3

    9000 Waukegan Rd

    Morton Grove, IL 60053

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    What hospitals are Dr. Konowitz affiliated with?

    Dr. Konowitz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital,Chicago, IL

    What is Dr. Konowitz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Konowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457379976.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Konowitz?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Konowitz

    What is Dr. Howard Konowitz's specialty?

    Dr. Konowitz is an Anesthesiologist near Des Plaines, IL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Howard Konowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Konowitz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Howard Konowitz accepting new patients in Des Plaines, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Konowitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Konowitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Konowitz's office at (847) 470-8740 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Howard Konowitz?

    Please contact Dr. Konowitz's office at (847) 470-8740 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Konowitz's office located?

    Dr. Konowitz's offices are located in Des Plaines, IL, Melrose Park, IL, and Morton Grove, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Konowitz have?

    Dr. Howard Konowitz is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Internal Medicine.