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Dr. Howard Weiss, MD

Dr. Howard Weiss, MD

Rockford, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Weiss, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Rockford, IL?

    Dr. Howard Weiss, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rockford, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Weiss completed his residency at Mc Gaw Mc/Northwestern Univ, General Surgery and is currently affiliated with Swedishamerican Hospital. Dr. Weiss is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weiss’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weiss’s office at (815) 397-8400.

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

    • Residency: Mc Gaw Mc/Northwestern Univ, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity

    Is Dr. Weiss board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Weiss, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Weiss speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Weiss typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Weiss 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. Weiss. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Weiss typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Weiss performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Weiss. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Implanted Pain Pump Reprogramming and Refill
    • Intrathecal pump refill
    • Epidural pump management
    • Pain pump adjustment
    • Implanted drug pump service

    CPT Codes:

    • 62369: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Weiss accept my insurance?

    Dr. Weiss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 397-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Weiss accept in Rockford, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • South Carolina Medical Association

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Weiss' office located?

    Dr. Howard Weiss' Primary Practice

    1235 N Mulford Rd Ste 222

    Rockford, IL 61107

    (815) 397-8400

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    Swedishamerican Hospital

    1401 E State St

    Rockford, IL 61104

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    Dr. Howard Weiss' Practice 3

    1045 W Stephenson St

    Freeport, IL 61032

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

    Dr. Weiss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467470989.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weiss?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Weiss's specialty?

    Dr. Weiss is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Rockford, IL.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Weiss is affiliated with Uw Health Swedishamerican Hospital, Osf Healthcare Saint Anthony Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - 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 Howard Weiss accepting new patients in Rockford, IL?

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

    Does Dr. Howard Weiss offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Weiss's office at (815) 397-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Howard Weiss?

    Please contact Dr. Weiss's office at (815) 397-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Weiss have?

    Dr. Howard Weiss is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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