Dr. Howard Levinsky

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 48+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Howard Levinsky, MD,PHD, is a Gastroenterology specialist in River Forest, Illinois. He attended and graduated from Creighton University School Of Medicine in 1976, having over 48 years of diverse experience, especially in Gastroenterology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Methodist Hospital Of Chicago. Dr. Howard Levinsky accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (708) 366-8662 to request Dr. Howard Levinsky the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 931 Bonnie Brae
Pl
River Forest, IL 60305-1511

Phone 1: (708) 366-8662

Fax: (708) 488-8996
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Howard Levinsky
Gender Male
PECOS ID 7517918410
Sole Proprietor Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Gastroenterology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 48 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PHD)
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    Doctor of Philosophy
    A doctorate in any discipline except medicine, or sometimes theology.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Howard Levinsky attended and graduated from Creighton University School Of Medicine in 1976.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1710900980
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, July 26, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Howard Levinsky

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Howard Levinsky has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 48 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
  • Internal Medicine / Gastroenterology
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    Gastroenterology
    An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.


Affiliated Hospitals


Practice Locations

931 Bonnie Brae
Pl
River Forest, IL 60305-1511

Phone: (708) 366-8662
Fax: (708) 488-8996
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Thursday, October 20, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Wednesday, February 15, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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