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DR. STEPHEN MOORE HOWELL M.D.
NPI 1427184274
Anesthesiology in Morgantown, WV

Active since February 26, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
3618 HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER SOUTH, MORGANTOWN, WV 26506(304) 598-4122(304) 598-4930 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Stephen Moore Howell M.d. NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN MOORE HOWELL M.D. (NPI 1427184274) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Morgantown, West Virginia, licensed in West Virginia (22057) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc, and is a graduate of West Virginia University School Of Medicine (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427184274
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN MOORE HOWELLCredential: M.D.
Location Address3618 HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER SOUTHMorgantown, WV 26506-9134
Mailing Address1303 Deer RunMorgantown, WV 26508-9177 · (304) 598-4122 · Fax (304) 598-4930
Phone(304) 598-4122
Fax(304) 598-4930
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSWest Virginia University School Of MedicineGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateFebruary 26, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1427184274 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in WV · 22057
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
3618 HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER SOUTH, Morgantown, WV 26506
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Stephen Moore Howell 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 ID2264532829
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070711000563
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Stephen Howell reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

West Virginia University Medical Corporation
0.5 mi
Family Medicine
1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE
Morgantown, WV 26506
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 2,471 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1275504508 (304) 598-4800
Ths Physician Partners Inc
131 mi
Internal Medicine
4605 MACCORKLE AVE SW
South Charleston, WV 25309
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 466 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1871866806 (304) 414-4800
Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of West Virginia - South Charleston
170 mi
Anesthesiology
122 12TH ST
Princeton, WV 24740
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 95 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1063228120 (304) 487-7000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
18 services18 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
18 services18 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
17 services14 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
14 services14 patients
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152
This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Morgantown, WV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510001
Location1 Medical Center DriveMorgantown, WV 26506 · Monongalia 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.

94.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality78.46
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Stephen Howell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Howell is 1427184274. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 26, 2007.

Where is Stephen Howell located?

Stephen Howell practices at 3618 Health Science Center South, Morgantown, WV 26506. The listed phone number is (304) 598-4122.

What is Stephen Howell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Stephen Howell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Howell 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Stephen Howell's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Stephen Howell reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: West Virginia University Medical Corporation (Morgantown, WV), Ths Physician Partners Inc (South Charleston, WV) and Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of West Virginia - South Charleston (Princeton, WV). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Stephen Howell's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Stephen Howell accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian and CareSource list Stephen Howell 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 Stephen Howell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephen Howell is affiliated with West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Howell was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.