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JAMES HARRON HOWITT MD
NPI 1245232669
Ophthalmology in North Miami, FL

Active since August 15, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
21.14/100
CMS Quality Rating
1460 NE 123RD ST, NORTH MIAMI, FL 33161(305) 891-0331(305) 893-5200 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Jul 20, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About James Harron Howitt Md NPPES

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

JAMES HARRON HOWITT MD (NPI 1245232669) is an individual ophthalmology provider in North Miami, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME84034) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245232669
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES HARRON HOWITTCredential: MD
Location Address1460 NE 123RD STNorth Miami, FL 33161-6025
Mailing Address1460 Ne 123rd StNorth Miami, FL 33161-6025 · (305) 891-0331 · Fax (305) 893-5200
Phone(305) 891-0331
Fax(305) 893-5200
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of MedicineGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateAugust 15, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1245232669 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME84034
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
1460 NE 123RD ST, North Miami, FL 33161
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid263209800FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.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

James Harron Howitt 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 ID4688605843
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050826000726
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 11

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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
349 services342 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
310 services205 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
244 services240 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
112 services112 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
106 services93 patients
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
104 services51 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33161 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
$141.56 typical visit price
range $60.92 – $187.05
Typical copayment $35.39 (range $15.23 – $46.76)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$75.86 typical visit price
range $18.99 – $150.24
Typical copayment $18.96 (range $4.74 – $37.56)
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.

21.14/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost70.47

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.

JAMES H HOWITT MD
Ophthalmology
1460 NE 123RD ST
NORTH MIAMI, FL 33161
Miami-Dade County (305) 891-0331
JAMES H. HOWITT, MD, L.L.C.
Ophthalmology
1460 NE 123RD ST
NORTH MIAMI, FL 33161
Miami-Dade County (305) 891-0331
MR. GIANMARCO R PARIS M.D.
Ophthalmology
1460 NE 123RD ST
NORTH MIAMI, FL 33161
Miami-Dade County (305) 891-0331

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 James Howitt's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Howitt is 1245232669. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 15, 2005.

Where is James Howitt located?

James Howitt practices at 1460 NE 123rd St, North Miami, FL 33161. The listed phone number is (305) 891-0331.

What is James Howitt's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is James Howitt enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Howitt 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 James Howitt accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed and Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and 2 other insurers list James Howitt 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 James Howitt was last updated on July 21, 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.