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MICHAEL G HOWARD OD
NPI 1306841531
Optometrist in Williamsville, NY

Active since June 15, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.43/100
CMS Quality Rating
7960 TRANSIT RD, WILLIAMSVILLE, NY 14221(716) 633-9736(716) 896-2318 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 21, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Michael G Howard Od NPPES

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

MICHAEL G HOWARD OD (NPI 1306841531) is an individual optometrist in Williamsville, New York, licensed in New York (TUV004985) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306841531
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL G HOWARDCredential: OD
Location Address7960 TRANSIT RDWilliamsville, NY 14221-4117
Mailing Address3095 Harlem RdCheektowaga, NY 14225-2500 · (716) 896-8831 · Fax (716) 896-2318
Phone(716) 633-9736
Fax(716) 896-2318
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 21, 2010
✔ NPI 1306841531 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · TUV004985
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
7960 TRANSIT RD, Williamsville, NY 14221
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedG75581NY
Medicare UPINT95569NY

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma 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

Michael G Howard Od 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 ID4789855693
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110927000066
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 7

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.
218 services218 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
107 services91 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.
76 services66 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.
35 services34 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
33 services33 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.
27 services27 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14221 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

90.43/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability79
Improvement Activities40
Cost76.36

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

AMAR ATWAL, MD PC
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
7960 TRANSIT RD
WILLIAMSVILLE, NY 14221
Erie County (716) 633-9736

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 Michael Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Howard is 1306841531. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2005.

Where is Michael Howard located?

Michael Howard practices at 7960 Transit Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221. The listed phone number is (716) 633-9736.

What is Michael Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Michael Howard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Howard 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 Michael Howard accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 1 other insurer list Michael 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 Michael Howard was last updated on December 21, 2010. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.