PATRICIA HOWARD APRN
NPI 1194191072
Nurse Practitioner in Harlan, KY

Q: What is Patricia Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Patricia Howard is 1194191072. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 14, 2015.

Q: What is Patricia Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Patricia Howard was last updated on January 7, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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 August 14, 2015PECOS Enrolled

1540 S US HIGHWAY 421, HARLAN, KY 40831(606) 573-9939 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 7, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Patricia Howard Aprn NPPES

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

PATRICIA HOWARD APRN (NPI 1194191072) is an individual nurse practitioner in Harlan, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (3009641) and active in the NPI registry since August 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194191072

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363L00000X

Provider Legal NamePATRICIA HOWARDCredential: APRN

Location Address1540 S US HIGHWAY 421Harlan, KY 40831-2501

Mailing AddressPo Box 353Grays Knob, KY 40829-0353 · (606) 273-1251

Phone(606) 573-9939

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015

Enumeration DateAugust 14, 2015

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 7, 2022

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 7, 2022

✔ NPI 1194191072 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363L00000X

License✔ Licensed in KY · 3009641

Definition

(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.

Also ListedClinical Nurse Specialist · Family HealthTaxonomy 364SF0001X · License 3009641 (KY)

1540 S US HIGHWAY 421, Harlan, KY 40831

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Tennessee.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Patricia Howard Aprn is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID1557678356

PECOS Enrollment IDI20150910002087

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Patricia Howard reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Hometown Urgent Care

0.2 mi

Urgent Care

1540 SOUTH U.S. HWY 421 BY-PASS
Harlan, KY 40831

Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
7 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1730795261 (606) 573-9939

Pine Mountain Emergency Group Limited Liability Company

1.1 mi

Emergency Medicine

81 BALL PARK RD
Harlan, KY 40831

Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
35 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1568010064 (606) 573-8100

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 10

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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100

Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.

218 services22 patients

Injection, ceftriaxone sodium, per 250 mg J0696

Ceftriaxone sodium is an antibiotic injection used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Each injection contains 250 mg of the medicine. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body.

212 services48 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

102 services63 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.

102 services73 patients

Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) 87880

A detection test by immunoassay for Group A Strep is a quick procedure to identify a bacterial infection in your throat. It involves taking a throat swab and applying it to a test strip, which changes color if Strep bacteria are present.

49 services42 patients

Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885

Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.

48 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40831 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

$82.24 typical visit price

range $52.76 – $162.27

Typical copayment $20.56 (range $13.19 – $40.56)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$93.94 typical visit price

range $16.53 – $131.99

Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)

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.

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 Patricia Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Patricia Howard is 1194191072. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 14, 2015.

Where is Patricia Howard located?

Patricia Howard practices at 1540 S Us Highway 421, Harlan, KY 40831. The listed phone number is (606) 573-9939.

What is Patricia Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Patricia Howard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Patricia Howard is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Patricia Howard's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Patricia Howard reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Hometown Urgent Care (Harlan, KY) and Pine Mountain Emergency Group Limited Liability Company (Harlan, KY). Each 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 Patricia Howard's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Patricia Howard accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan and Ambetter of Tennessee list Patricia Howard 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Patricia Howard was last updated on January 7, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.