DR. HOWARD MICHAEL BRAVER M.D.
NPI 1184672123
Internal Medicine in Hollywood, FL

Q: What is Howard Braver's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Braver is 1184672123. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 4, 2006.

Q: What is Howard Braver's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Braver was last updated on November 17, 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.

Active since May 04, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3700 WASHINGTON ST STE 200, HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021(954) 894-3003(954) 894-3323 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 17, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 17, 2022, Oct 6, 2021, Aug 19, 2021 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Howard Michael Braver M.d. NPPES

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

DR. HOWARD MICHAEL BRAVER M.D. (NPI 1184672123) is an individual internal medicine provider in Hollywood, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME61028) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Aventura.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184672123

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. HOWARD MICHAEL BRAVERCredential: M.D.

Location Address3700 WASHINGTON ST STE 200Hollywood, FL 33021-8249

Mailing Address3700 Washington St, Ste 200Hollywood, FL 33021-8249 · (305) 466-0663 · Fax (305) 466-9537

Phone(954) 894-3003

Fax(954) 894-3323

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 1990

Enumeration DateMay 4, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 17, 20226 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedNovember 17, 2022

✔ NPI 1184672123 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in FL · ME61028

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License ME61028 (FL)

3700 WASHINGTON ST STE 200, Hollywood, FL 33021

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 120950 NE 27th Ct Ste 200Aventura, FL 33180-1232 · Phone (130) 546-6066

Other Identifiers 7

Other134230092FL · Vista Health Plan

Other225479FL · Avmed

Medicaid252630100FL

Other650933425AFL · Humana

Other021759FL · Neighborhood Health

Other32659FL · Blue Cross Blue Shield

Other4798210001FL · Medicare Dme

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include 22 Health, AvMed, Cigna Healthcare and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Howard Michael Braver 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 ID648336883

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090312000639

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Howard Braver reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Beth And Howard Braver MD PA

3.1 mi

Internal Medicine

20950 NE 27TH CT STE 200
Aventura, FL 33180

Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
11 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1497839815 (305) 466-0663

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 12

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.

536 services249 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.

334 services209 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

222 services138 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

92 services91 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726

This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.

92 services91 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

92 services91 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

91 services91 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.

47 services47 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

20 services20 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726

20 services20 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

20 services20 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Memorial Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hollywood, FL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number100038

Location3501 Johnson StHollywood, FL 33021 · Broward County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hospital Pembroke

Acute Care Hospitals · Pembroke Pines, FL

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number100230

Location7800 Sheridan StPembroke Pines, FL 33024 · Broward County

Emergency services

Memorial Hospital West

Acute Care Hospitals · Pembroke Pines, FL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number100281

Location703 N Flamingo RdPembroke Pines, FL 33028 · Broward County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hospital Miramar

Acute Care Hospitals · Miramar, FL

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number100285

Location1901 SW 172nd AveMiramar, FL 33029 · Broward County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33021 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

$135.56 typical visit price

range $58.56 – $179.05

Typical copayment $33.89 (range $14.64 – $44.76)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$103.21 typical visit price

range $18.44 – $144.68

Typical copayment $25.80 (range $4.61 – $36.17)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 30

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

6 suppliers17 claims62 services$6.64 avg. paid by Medicare

Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers12 claims12 services$2.95 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

4 suppliers15 claims28 services$0.97 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers18 claims18 services$29.99 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

6 suppliers71 claims143 services$1.20 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, non-disposable A7005

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

4 suppliers17 claims17 services$12.50 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

8 suppliers31 claims31 services$74.48 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

8 suppliers29 claims71 services$32.26 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers24 claims128 services$18.41 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers41 claims219 services$13.17 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers63 claims63 services$51.89 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

8 suppliers63 claims63 services$15.43 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

9 suppliers74 claims74 services$12.99 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

10 suppliers92 claims503 services$2.00 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers38 claims38 services$10.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

7 suppliers175 claims175 services$15.46 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$922.57 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers15 claims15 services$12.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

8 suppliers142 claims142 services$4.91 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers102 claims102 services$31.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

10 suppliers408 claims416 services$76.40 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

6 suppliers188 claims189 services$29.96 avg. paid by Medicare

Arformoterol, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 15 micrograms J7605

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

1 supplier27 claims1,560 services$4.34 avg. paid by Medicare

Formoterol fumarate, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 20 micrograms J7606

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

3 suppliers150 claims8,190 services$6.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

9 suppliers23 claims5,270 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

10 suppliers73 claims6,090 services$0.08 avg. paid by Medicare

Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg J7626

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG000N

9 suppliers178 claims10,260 services$0.80 avg. paid by Medicare

Revefenacin inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, 1 microgram J7677

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

4 suppliers40 claims231,000 services$0.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier16 claims16 services$13.47 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

22 suppliers266 claims266 services$24.83 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 2

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

PRIYA AHYA AGACNP

Nurse Practitioner

3700 WASHINGTON ST STE 200
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021

Broward County (954) 894-3003

JORGE ESTEBAN NUNEZ DO

Family Medicine

3700 WASHINGTON ST STE 200
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021

Broward County (954) 894-3003

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 Braver's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Braver is 1184672123. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 4, 2006.

Where is Howard Braver located?

Howard Braver practices at 3700 Washington St Ste 200, Hollywood, FL 33021. The listed phone number is (954) 894-3003.

What is Howard Braver's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Howard Braver enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Braver 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Howard Braver's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Howard Braver reassigns Medicare benefits to Beth And Howard Braver MD PA (Aventura, FL). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Howard Braver's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Howard Braver accept?

Health plans from 22 Health, AvMed, Cigna HealthCare of Florida, Inc., Cigna Healthcare and Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and 3 other insurers list Howard Braver 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 Braver affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Howard Braver is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital Pembroke, Memorial Hospital West and Memorial Hospital Miramar.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Braver was last updated on November 17, 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.