RICHARD A HOWARD JR. MD
NPI 1447249255
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Frederick, MD

Q: What is Richard Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Howard is 1447249255. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 14, 2005.

Q: What is Richard Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Howard was last updated on June 7, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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 October 14, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

74 THOMAS JOHNSON DR, FREDERICK, MD 21702(301) 694-9033(301) 694-6204 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 7, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 7, 2024, Mar 7, 2023, Aug 10, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Richard A Howard Jr. Md NPPES

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

RICHARD A HOWARD JR. MD (NPI 1447249255) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Frederick, Maryland, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD463229) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447249255

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X

Provider Legal NameRICHARD A HOWARD JR.Credential: MD

Location Address74 THOMAS JOHNSON DRFrederick, MD 21702-4501

Mailing Address74 Thomas Johnson DrFrederick, MD 21702-4501 · (301) 694-9033 · Fax (301) 694-6204

Phone(301) 694-9033

Fax(301) 694-6204

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Rochester School Of Medicine And DentistryGraduated 1994

Enumeration DateOctober 14, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJune 7, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 7, 2024

✔ NPI 1447249255 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0000X

License✔ Licensed in PA · MD463229

Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyTaxonomy 207RI0011X · License MD463229 (PA)

74 THOMAS JOHNSON DR, Frederick, MD 21702

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid264972100FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, Medica, Sanford 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

Richard A Howard Jr. Md 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 ID3678552452

PECOS Enrollment IDI20070420000561, I20241015003542

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 6

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

120 services98 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.

32 services31 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

31 services31 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.

21 services21 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.

13 services13 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Frederick Health Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Frederick, MD

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number210005

Location400 West Seventh StFrederick, MD 21701 · Frederick County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sidney Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Sidney, MT

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number271344

Location216 14th Ave SWSidney, MT 59270 · Richland County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sanford Medical Center Bismarck

Acute Care Hospitals · Bismarck, ND

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number350015

Location300 N 7th StBismarck, ND 58506 · Burleigh County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mckenzie County Healthcare Systems Inc

Critical Access Hospitals · Watford City, ND

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number351302

Location709 4th Ave NEWatford City, ND 58854 · Mckenzie County

Emergency services

Chi St Alexius Health Williston

Critical Access Hospitals · Williston, ND

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number351334

Location1301 15th Ave WWilliston, ND 58801 · Williams County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 21702 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

$133.05 typical visit price

range $57.99 – $175.57

Typical copayment $33.26 (range $14.49 – $43.89)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$72.23 typical visit price

range $18.66 – $143.02

Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.66 – $35.75)

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 12

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

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