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CHERIE DE CASTRO HOWARD NP
NPI 1003534355
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in Kinston, NC

Active since August 22, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2901 N HERRITAGE ST STE B, KINSTON, NC 28501(252) 233-2383(252) 523-3148 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 4, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 4, 2024, Jul 15, 2024, Aug 22, 2022 (3 updates tracked since 2022).

About Cherie De Castro Howard Np NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CHERIE DE CASTRO HOWARD NP (NPI 1003534355) is an individual psychiatric/mental health provider in Kinston, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (5016634) and active in the NPI registry since August 2022. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2021).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003534355
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LP0808X
Provider Legal NameCHERIE DE CASTRO HOWARDCredential: NP
Location Address2901 N HERRITAGE ST STE BKinston, NC 28501-1594
Mailing Address2901 N Herritage St Ste BKinston, NC 28501-1594 · (252) 233-2383 · Fax (252) 523-3148
Phone(252) 233-2383
Fax(252) 523-3148
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateAugust 22, 2022
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 4, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 4, 2024
✔ NPI 1003534355 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Psychiatric/Mental HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LP0808X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 5016634
2901 N HERRITAGE ST STE B, Kinston, NC 28501
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Cherie Palas De Castro Np

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Cherie De Castro Howard Np is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3870963762
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230111000518
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
1,211 services357 patients
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349
An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.
571 services320 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
301 services142 patients
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
298 services153 patients
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99439
Chronic Care Management services involve regular check-ins with healthcare professionals to manage two or more chronic conditions. It includes an additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time per month, directed by a healthcare professional, to ensure optimal health management.
220 services85 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
147 services80 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28501 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MRS. CHRISTINA CRAWFORD EDWARDS LCAS
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
2901 N HERRITAGE ST STE B
KINSTON, NC 28501
Lenoir County (252) 233-8323
PORT HEALTH SERVICES
Counselor
2901 N HERRITAGE ST STE B
KINSTON, NC 28501
Lenoir County (252) 233-2383
RYAN MATTHEW MURRAY LCAS
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
2901 N HERRITAGE ST STE B
KINSTON, NC 28501
Lenoir County (252) 233-2383

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Cherie Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cherie Howard is 1003534355. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 22, 2022. The provider is also known as Cherie Palas De Castro Np.

Where is Cherie Howard located?

Cherie Howard practices at 2901 N Herritage St Ste B, Kinston, NC 28501. The listed phone number is (252) 233-2383.

What is Cherie Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Psychiatric/Mental Health, with taxonomy code 363LP0808X.

Is Cherie Howard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cherie Howard is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Cherie Howard accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc and UnitedHealthcare list Cherie Howard as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cherie Howard was last updated on December 4, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.