MR. JOSEPH STANLEY HOWARD PA
NPI 1215959739
Physician Assistant - Medical in Port Saint Lucie, FL
NPI Status: Active since July 24, 2006
Contact Information
1859 PSL BLVD
LUMAR PLAZA
PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL
ZIP 34952
Phone: (772) 335-4442
Fax: (772) 335-4449
- Individual
- Male
- Physician Assistant
- Medical
About JOSEPH HOWARD
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Joseph Howard, a primary care provider established in Port Saint Lucie, Florida with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant, focusing in medical . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1215959739 assigned on July 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363AM0700X with license number PA9102738 (FL). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 5 years ago.
- NPI
- 1215959739
- Provider Name
- MR. JOSEPH STANLEY HOWARD PA
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 1859 PSL BLVD LUMAR PLAZA PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL 34952
- Location Phone
- (772) 335-4442
- Location Fax
- (772) 335-4449
- Mailing Address
- 2155 SE FEDERAL HWY STUART, FL 34994
- Mailing Phone
- (772) 223-9630
- Mailing Fax
- (772) 335-4449
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 07-24-2006
- Last Update Date
- 04-16-2021
- Code Navigator
A primary care provider (PCP) like Joseph Howard sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc .
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Physician Assistant Medical
- Taxonomy Code
- 363AM0700X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- PA9102738
- License State
- FL
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| U2811X | OTHER (01) | WELLMED MANAGEMENT OF FLORIDA INC |
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample
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.
This service was performed 59 times for 34 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 34 times for 31 patientsThis 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.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1215959739, we treat the final digit (9) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 71. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 71 = 9).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 71 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1215959739, enumerated as an "individual" on July 24, 2006.
The provider is located at 1859 PSL BLVD LUMAR PLAZA PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL 34952 and the phone number is (772) 335-4442.
Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363AM0700X and a focus in Medical.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: WellMed, Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
