HOWARD LAWRENCE KREGER MD
NPI 1174529879
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Concord, NC

Active since June 27, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
315 MEDICAL PARK DR, STE 202, CONCORD, NC 28025(704) 403-1911 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 15, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 15, 2024, May 4, 2023, Mar 9, 2023 and 8 more (11 updates tracked since 2018).

About Howard Lawrence Kreger Md NPPES

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

HOWARD LAWRENCE KREGER MD (NPI 1174529879) is an individual neurology provider in Concord, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2021-03422) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center-northeast, and maintains a secondary practice location in Charlotte.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174529879
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameHOWARD LAWRENCE KREGERCredential: MD
Location Address315 MEDICAL PARK DR, STE 202Concord, NC 28025-1902
Mailing AddressPo Box 19305Charlotte, NC 28219-9305
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of MedicineGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 15, 202411 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 28, 2021
NPI 1174529879 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License Licensed in NC · 2021-03422
Definition

A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.

315 MEDICAL PARK DR, Concord, NC 28025

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1101 E W T Harris Blvd, Ste 5202Charlotte, NC 28262-3485 · Phone (704) 863-8700

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

Howard Lawrence Kreger 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 ID9638214521
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220128000309
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 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 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.
428 services266 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
65 services65 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 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.
32 services31 patients
Smoking and tobacco use intensive counseling, 4-10 minutes 99406
This service provides brief, intensive counseling (4-10 minutes) to support you in quitting smoking or tobacco use. It involves discussing the risks of tobacco use, benefits of quitting, and strategies to help you stop. It's a critical step towards a healthier lifestyle.
23 services18 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.
18 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast

Acute Care Hospitals · Concord, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340001
Location920 Church St NConcord, NC 28025 · Cabarrus County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340113
Location1000 Blythe BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203 · Mecklenburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Stanly Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Albemarle, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340119
Location301 Yadkin StAlbemarle, NC 28001 · Stanly County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Atrium Health University City

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340166
Location8800 North Tyron StreetCharlotte, NC 28262 · Mecklenburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28025 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40

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.

Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
315 MEDICAL PARK DR, SUITE 204
CONCORD, NC 28025
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
315 MEDICAL PARK DR, SUITE 202
CONCORD, NC 28025
Pharmacist
315 MEDICAL PARK DR, SUITE 204
CONCORD, NC 28025
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
315 MEDICAL PARK DR
CONCORD, NC 28025
Nurse Practitioner
315 MEDICAL PARK DR, STE 202
CONCORD, NC 28025
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
315 MEDICAL PARK DR, SUITE 202
CONCORD, NC 28025
Internal Medicine
315 MEDICAL PARK DR, STE 202
CONCORD, NC 28025
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
315 MEDICAL PARK DR, STE 202
CONCORD, NC 28025

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 Howard Kreger's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Kreger is 1174529879. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 27, 2005.

Where is Howard Kreger located?

Howard Kreger practices at 315 Medical Park Dr Ste 202, Concord, NC 28025. The listed phone number is (704) 403-1911.

What is Howard Kreger's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Howard Kreger enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Kreger 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 Howard Kreger accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc and 1 other insurer list Howard Kreger 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 Howard Kreger affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Howard Kreger is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast, Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health, Stanly Regional Medical Center and Atrium Health University City.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Kreger was last updated on July 15, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.