Dr. Ben Katz, MD
Infectious Disease
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ZIP Healthcare Access Score
Excellent Access
ZIP 60614 • B
20+
Years in Practice
Healthcare Access Where Dr. Ben Katz Practices
ZIP code 60614 • Chicago, Illinois
Most healthcare needs can be met within a short drive for residents of ZIP 60614.
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Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Ben Katz
Ben Katz, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in Chicago, IL.
Specialty Definition
A pediatrician trained to care for children in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of infectious diseases. This specialist can apply specific knowledge to affect a better outcome for pediatric infections with complicated courses, underlying diseases that predispose to unusual or severe infections, unclear diagnoses, uncommon diseases and complex or investigational treatments.
46
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Infectious DiseaseCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
New York Medical College
Class of 1980
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | — | Pediatrics |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Ben Katz
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Ben Katz is an established infectious disease provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at New York Medical College in 1980. Dr. currently practices at in Chicago, Illinois. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417916693, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
Dr. Ben Katz's practice is located in ZIP 60614 (Chicago, Illinois), which has an overall CartoChrome Healthcare Access Score of 78/100 (Excellent Access). Patients in this area have comparatively strong access to primary care, specialists, and hospital services.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Ben Katz received $25K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are in line with specialist-level consulting and speaker-program participation.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$25K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Ben Katz
What does Dr. Ben Katz specialize in?
Dr. Ben Katz specializes in Infectious Disease.
Where does Dr. Ben Katz practice?
Dr. Ben Katz practices at in Chicago, Illinois.
Does Dr. Ben Katz accept Medicare?
Based on CMS records, Dr. Ben Katz has not filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit, which means they typically accept Medicare-covered patients. Call the practice directly to confirm Medicare acceptance for your specific plan.
What is Dr. Ben Katz's NPI number?
Dr. Ben Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417916693. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Ben Katz been practicing?
Dr. Ben Katz has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from New York Medical College in 1980.