DR. BRADLEY M HOWERTER OD
NPI 1063145845
Optometrist in Burlington, MA

Active since July 08, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.41/100
CMS Quality Rating
31 BURLINGTON MALL RD, BURLINGTON, MA 01803(781) 744-8555 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 25, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 25, 2022, Jul 8, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Bradley M Howerter Od NPPES

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

DR. BRADLEY M HOWERTER OD (NPI 1063145845) is an individual optometrist in Burlington, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (5545) and active in the NPI registry since July 2022. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northeast Hospital Corporation, and maintains a secondary practice location in Burlington.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063145845
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRADLEY M HOWERTERCredential: OD
Location Address31 BURLINGTON MALL RDBurlington, MA 01803-4138
Mailing Address129 Waverley St Apt 2Belmont, MA 02478-1967 · (845) 820-1324
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew England College Of OptometryGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2022
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 25, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 25, 2022
NPI 1063145845 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License Licensed in MA · 5545
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
31 BURLINGTON MALL RD, Burlington, MA 01803

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 141 Mall RdBurlington, MA 01805-4138 · Phone (781) 744-8000

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Bradley M Howerter Od 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 ID9931582665
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221117002387
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 14

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
304 services292 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
139 services139 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
132 services127 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
96 services96 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
51 services50 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
49 services48 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Northeast Hospital Corporation

Acute Care Hospitals · Beverly, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220033
Location85 Herrick StreetBeverly, MA 01915 · Essex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220086
Location330 Brookline AvenueBoston, MA 02215 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington

Acute Care Hospitals · Burlington, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220171
Location41 & 45 Mall RoadBurlington, MA 01803 · Middlesex County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01803 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
$144.11 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$78.84 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

91.41/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality76.87
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
31 BURLINGTON MALL RD
BURLINGTON, MA 01803
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
31 BURLINGTON MALL RD
BURLINGTON, MA 01803

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 Bradley Howerter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bradley Howerter is 1063145845. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2022.

Where is Bradley Howerter located?

Bradley Howerter practices at 31 Burlington Mall Rd, Burlington, MA 01803. The listed phone number is (781) 744-8555.

What is Bradley Howerter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Bradley Howerter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bradley Howerter 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 Bradley Howerter accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Bradley Howerter 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.

Is Bradley Howerter affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bradley Howerter is affiliated with Northeast Hospital Corporation, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bradley Howerter was last updated on October 25, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years 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.