DONALD S. HOWARD M.D.
NPI 1376590778
Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine in Spokane, WA

Q: What is Donald Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Donald Howard is 1376590778. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2006.

Q: What is Donald Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Sleep Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RS0012X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Donald Howard was last updated on October 4, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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 May 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

104 WEST 5TH AVE, #400, SPOKANE, WA 99204(509) 353-3960(509) 343-0134 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 4, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Donald S. Howard M.d. NPPES

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

DONALD S. HOWARD M.D. (NPI 1376590778) is an individual sleep medicine provider in Spokane, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00037135) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Providence Mount Carmel Hospital, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Wisconsin (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1376590778

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RS0012X

Provider Legal NameDONALD S. HOWARDCredential: M.D.

Location Address104 WEST 5TH AVE, #400Spokane, WA 99204

Mailing Address104 W 5th Ave, #400Spokane, WA 99204-4880 · (509) 353-3960 · Fax (509) 343-0134

Phone(509) 353-3960

Fax(509) 343-0134

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMedical College Of WisconsinGraduated 1990

Enumeration DateMay 30, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 4, 2022

NPPES CertifiedOctober 4, 2022

✔ NPI 1376590778 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Sleep MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RS0012X

License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00037135

Definition

An Internist who practices Sleep Medicine is certified in the subspecialty of sleep medicine and specializes in the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, management and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of any age and use multidisciplinary approaches. Disorders managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnias, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias and sleep related movement disorders.

Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License MD00037135 (WA)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License MD0037135 (WA)

104 WEST 5TH AVE, Spokane, WA 99204

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, 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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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Donald S. Howard M.d. 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 ID1658383732

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060809000462

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 9

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.

Home sleep test (hst) with type iii portable monitor, unattended; minimum of 4 channels: 2 respiratory movement/airflow, 1 ecg/heart rate and 1 oxygen saturation G0399

A Home Sleep Test (HST) with a Type III Portable Monitor is an unattended test that records your breathing, heart rate, and oxygen levels during sleep. This test uses a minimum of 4 channels to monitor these parameters, helping to diagnose sleep disorders.

178 services178 patients

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.

137 services129 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

83 services83 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.

75 services73 patients

Sleep study in sleep lab with continuous airway pressure (6 years or older) 95811

A sleep study in a sleep lab with continuous airway pressure is a test for individuals aged 6 and above. It monitors your sleep patterns to check for disorders like sleep apnea. Continuous airway pressure helps keep your airways open while you sleep, improving your breathing.

54 services53 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.

53 services47 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Providence Mount Carmel Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Colville, WA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number501326

Location982 East ColumbiaColville, WA 99114 · Stevens County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99204 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

$130.99 typical visit price

range $57.27 – $172.80

Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$100.78 typical visit price

range $18.56 – $141.11

Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 25

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

21 suppliers611 claims612 services$37.47 avg. paid by Medicare

Oropharyngeal suction catheter, each A4628

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier15 claims48 services$3.23 avg. paid by Medicare

Canister, disposable, used with suction pump, each A7000

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier11 claims22 services$7.16 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing, used with suction pump, each A7002

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier13 claims39 services$2.99 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers11 claims22 services$1.62 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

19 suppliers310 claims310 services$90.25 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

20 suppliers309 claims718 services$34.64 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

18 suppliers322 claims1,632 services$18.66 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

18 suppliers176 claims935 services$14.60 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

23 suppliers539 claims539 services$52.90 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

27 suppliers538 claims538 services$18.64 avg. paid by Medicare

Chinstrap used with positive airway pressure device A7036

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

9 suppliers39 claims39 services$10.67 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

18 suppliers171 claims171 services$16.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

29 suppliers834 claims4,656 services$2.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, non disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7039

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

17 suppliers226 claims226 services$6.88 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

23 suppliers325 claims325 services$12.14 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

3 suppliers19 claims19 services$17.53 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

3 suppliers23 claims23 services$781.54 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, without backup rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0470

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers64 claims64 services$88.28 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, with back-up rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0471

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers35 claims35 services$225.81 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

8 suppliers73 claims73 services$140.55 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers177 claims179 services$13.37 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

16 suppliers816 claims819 services$38.83 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

7 suppliers80 claims80 services$85.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

3 suppliers11 claims11 services$28.29 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

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

DR. JOHN HEUSNER MD

Anesthesiology

104 WEST 5TH AVE, SUITE 203E
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 838-8561

DR. RUSSELL RIDER MD

Anesthesiology

104 WEST 5TH AVE, SUITE 230E
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 838-8561

DR. STACEY ALAN RIETZE MD

Anesthesiology

104 WEST 5TH AVE, SUITE 230E
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 838-8828

DR. MITCHELL MINANA MD

Anesthesiology

104 WEST 5TH AVE, SUITE 230E
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 838-8828

DR. ROBIN GAVELIN MD

Anesthesiology

104 WEST 5TH AVE, SUITE 230E
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 838-8561

DR. JOSEPH G GUNSELMAN DO

Anesthesiology

104 WEST 5TH AVE, SUITE 230E
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 838-8561

DR. STEVEN WOLF MD

Anesthesiology

104 WEST 5TH AVE, SUITE 230E
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 838-8561

DR. MICHAEL C FERRIES MD

Anesthesiology

104 WEST 5TH AVE, SUITE 230E
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 838-8561

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 Donald Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Donald Howard is 1376590778. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2006.

Where is Donald Howard located?

Donald Howard practices at 104 West 5th Ave #400, Spokane, WA 99204. The listed phone number is (509) 353-3960.

What is Donald Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Sleep Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RS0012X.

Is Donald Howard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Donald 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 Donald Howard accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Donald 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 Donald Howard affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Donald Howard is affiliated with Providence Mount Carmel Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Donald Howard was last updated on October 4, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.