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MRS. CARIN MELISSA HOWARD PA-C
NPI 1356644082
Physician Assistant - Medical in Glenns Ferry, ID

Active since December 20, 2010Opted out of Medicare · through Jan 1, 2028
83.32/100
CMS Quality Rating
94 N COMMERCIAL ST, GLENNS FERRY, ID 83623(208) 366-1200(208) 213-0226 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 2, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 2, 2025, Nov 3, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Mrs. Carin Melissa Howard Pa-c NPPES

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

MRS. CARIN MELISSA HOWARD PA-C (NPI 1356644082) is an individual medical provider in Glenns Ferry, Idaho, licensed in Idaho (PA-883) and active in the NPI registry since December 2010. She has opted out of Medicare through January 1, 2028 and remains eligible to order and refer, is affiliated with St Lukes Magic Valley Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Mountain Home.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356644082
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363AM0700X
Provider Legal NameMRS. CARIN MELISSA HOWARDCredential: PA-C
Location Address94 N COMMERCIAL STGlenns Ferry, ID 83623-2342
Mailing AddressPo Box 102Glenns Ferry, ID 83623-0102 · (208) 366-1200
Phone(208) 366-1200
Fax(208) 213-0226
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateDecember 20, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 2, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 2, 2025
✔ NPI 1356644082 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · MedicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363AM0700X
License✔ Licensed in ID · PA-883
94 N COMMERCIAL ST, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Ms. Carin Melissa Patterson

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1805 N 6th EMountain Home, ID 83647-2207 · Phone (208) 587-2450

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Providence Health Plan.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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Opted out of Medicare

Mrs. Carin Melissa Howard Pa-c has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from January 1, 2026 through January 1, 2028.

Opt-Out Effective DateJanuary 1, 2026
Opt-Out In Effect ThroughJanuary 1, 2028Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesAn opted-out provider can still order and refer for Medicare patients in the categories marked above, even though their own services are not covered.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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 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.
185 services124 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.
119 services86 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
34 services32 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
14 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

St Lukes Magic Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Twin Falls, ID
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number130002
Location801 Pole Line Road WestTwin Falls, ID 83301 · Twin Falls County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Luke's Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boise, ID
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number130006
Location190 East Bannock StreetBoise, ID 83712 · Ada County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boise, ID
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number130007
Location1055 North Curtis RoadBoise, ID 83706 · Ada County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Luke's Elmore Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Mountain Home, ID
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number131311
Location895 North 6th EastMountain Home, ID 83647 · Elmore County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

83.32/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality79.51
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost64.88

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

SNAKE RIVER WELLNESS PLLC
Physician Assistant
94 N COMMERCIAL ST
GLENNS FERRY, ID 83623
Elmore County (208) 366-1200

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 Carin Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carin Howard is 1356644082. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 20, 2010. The provider is also known as Ms. Carin Melissa Patterson.

Where is Carin Howard located?

Carin Howard practices at 94 N Commercial St, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623. The listed phone number is (208) 366-1200.

What is Carin Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Medical, with taxonomy code 363AM0700X.

Is Carin Howard enrolled in Medicare?

No. Carin Howard has opted out of Medicare through January 1, 2028. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

What insurance does Carin Howard accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans and Providence Health Plan list Carin 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.

Is Carin Howard affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carin Howard is affiliated with St Lukes Magic Valley Medical Center, St Luke's Regional Medical Center, Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center and St Luke's Elmore Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carin Howard was last updated on September 2, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 months 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.