AUSTIN HOWARD
NPI 1427633478
Physician Assistant in Alexandria, LA

Active since March 11, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3704 NORTH BLVD STE C, ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301(318) 443-4576 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 8, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 8, 2026, Dec 15, 2021, Mar 11, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Austin Howard NPPES

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

AUSTIN HOWARD (NPI 1427633478) is an individual physician assistant in Alexandria, Louisiana, licensed in Ohio (50.007316RX) and active in the NPI registry since March 2021. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Toledo Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2020).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427633478
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameAUSTIN HOWARD
Location Address3704 NORTH BLVD STE CAlexandria, LA 71301-3658
Mailing Address3000 Arlington Ave Stop 1108Toledo, OH 43614-2595 · (419) 383-5322
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateMarch 11, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 8, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 8, 2026
NPI 1427633478 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in OH · 50.007316RX
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · SurgicalTaxonomy 363AS0400X
3704 NORTH BLVD STE C, Alexandria, LA 71301

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0470170OH

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Austin Howard 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 ID2769881705
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211202002644
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 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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
121 services40 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.
55 services33 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
34 services20 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251
This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
34 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Of Toledo Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Toledo, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number360048
Location3000 Arlington AvenueToledo, OH 43699 · Lucas County
Emergency services

Promedica Toledo Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Toledo, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360068
Location2142 North Cove BoulevardToledo, OH 43606 · Lucas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71301 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
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

Family Medicine
3704 NORTH BLVD STE C
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Physical Therapist
3704 NORTH BLVD STE C
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301

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 Austin Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Austin Howard is 1427633478. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 11, 2021.

Where is Austin Howard located?

Austin Howard practices at 3704 North Blvd Ste C, Alexandria, LA 71301. The listed phone number is (318) 443-4576.

What is Austin Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Austin Howard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Austin 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 Austin Howard accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, CareSource and McLaren Health Plan Community and 1 other insurer list Austin 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 Austin Howard affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Austin Howard is affiliated with University Of Toledo Medical Center and Promedica Toledo Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Austin Howard was last updated on January 8, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.