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DR. MELANIE HAMILTON HOWELL M.D.
NPI 1083980015
Surgery in Hackensack, NJ

Active since March 23, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
86.64/100
CMS Quality Rating
50 PASSAIC ST, HACKENSACK, NJ 07601(201) 646-0010(201) 646-0600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 28, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 12, 2019, Aug 24, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Melanie Hamilton Howell M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MELANIE HAMILTON HOWELL M.D. (NPI 1083980015) is an individual surgery provider in Hackensack, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA12441900) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Holy Name Medical Center, and is a graduate of Tulane University School Of Medicine (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083980015
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELANIE HAMILTON HOWELLCredential: M.D.
Location Address50 PASSAIC STHackensack, NJ 07601-4309
Mailing Address3 University Plz Ste 205Hackensack, NJ 07601-6208 · (201) 833-3599
Phone(201) 646-0010
Fax(201) 646-0600
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateMarch 23, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 28, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 28, 2025
✔ NPI 1083980015 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA12441900✔ Licensed in NY · 294821✔ Licensed in MD · D83330
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
50 PASSAIC ST, Hackensack, NJ 07601
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.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

Dr. Melanie Hamilton Howell M.d. 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 ID7012281413
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250109002138
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 3

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.
31 services20 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
20 services17 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.
15 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Holy Name Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Teaneck, NJ
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310008
Location718 Teaneck RdTeaneck, NJ 07666 · Bergen County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07601 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
$98.09 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $24.52 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$79.09 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $19.77 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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.

86.64/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality80.13
Promoting Interoperability74
Improvement Activities40

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.

DIEGO LOAIZA APN-C
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
50 PASSAIC ST
HACKENSACK, NJ 07601
Bergen County (201) 487-3355
MISBAH YEHYA DO
Surgery
50 PASSAIC ST
HACKENSACK, NJ 07601
Bergen County (201) 646-0010
JAE HEE CHO
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
50 PASSAIC ST
HACKENSACK, NJ 07601
Bergen County (201) 646-0010

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 Melanie Howell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Howell is 1083980015. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 23, 2012.

Where is Melanie Howell located?

Melanie Howell practices at 50 Passaic St, Hackensack, NJ 07601. The listed phone number is (201) 646-0010.

What is Melanie Howell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Melanie Howell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melanie Howell 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 Melanie Howell accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Ambetter Health of Delaware list Melanie Howell 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 Melanie Howell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melanie Howell is affiliated with Holy Name Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melanie Howell was last updated on January 28, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.