DR. PAUL K HOWELL JR. MD
NPI 1063431328
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Fort Smith, AR

Active since July 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
65.74/100
CMS Quality Rating
6801 ROGERS AVE, FORT SMITH, AR 72903(479) 452-2077 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 13, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Paul K Howell Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. PAUL K HOWELL JR. MD (NPI 1063431328) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Fort Smith, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (E-1843) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Choctaw Nation Health Services Authority, and is a graduate of Loma Linda University School Of Medicine (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063431328
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. PAUL K HOWELL JR.Credential: MD
Location Address6801 ROGERS AVEFort Smith, AR 72903-4067
Mailing AddressPo Box 3528Fort Smith, AR 72913-3528 · (479) 452-2077
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLoma Linda University School Of MedicineGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJuly 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 13, 2007
NPI 1063431328 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RE0101X
License Licensed in AR · E-1843
Definition

An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.

6801 ROGERS AVE, Fort Smith, AR 72903

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified5K960AR
Medicare UPING80514

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. Paul K Howell Jr. Md 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 ID446390850
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140815001557
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 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 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, 30-39 minutes 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.
187 services143 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
53 services41 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 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.
34 services29 patients
Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth 10005
Fine needle aspiration biopsy with ultrasound guidance is a procedure where a thin needle is inserted into a growth to extract a small sample. Ultrasound helps accurately locate the growth. This sample is then analyzed to determine the nature of the growth.
32 services28 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251
This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
26 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Choctaw Nation Health Services Authority

Acute Care Hospitals · Talihina, OK
OwnershipTribal
CMS Certification Number370172
Location1 Choctaw WayTalihina, OK 74571 · Latimer County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 72903 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
$119.36 typical visit price
range $51.36 – $157.74
Typical copayment $29.84 (range $12.84 – $39.43)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$91.63 typical visit price
range $16.16 – $128.77
Typical copayment $22.90 (range $4.04 – $32.19)
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.

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.

65.74/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality67.52
Improvement Activities40
Cost42.43

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers15 claims15 services$185.05 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Internal Medicine
6801 ROGERS AVE
FORT SMITH, AR 72903
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
6801 ROGERS AVE
FORT SMITH, AR 72903
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
6801 ROGERS AVE
FORT SMITH, AR 72903
Otolaryngology
6801 ROGERS AVE
FORT SMITH, AR 72903
Internal Medicine
6801 ROGERS AVE
FORT SMITH, AR 72903
Otolaryngology
6801 ROGERS AVE
FORT SMITH, AR 72903
Physical Therapist
6801 ROGERS AVE
FORT SMITH, AR 72903
Pediatrics
6801 ROGERS AVE
FORT SMITH, AR 72903

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1063431328, enumerated as an "individual" on July 18, 2006.

The provider is located at 6801 ROGERS AVE FORT SMITH, AR 72903 and the phone number is (479) 452-2077.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RE0101X and a focus in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Paul Howell is affiliated with: CHOCTAW NATION HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY.