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STEVEN C HOWE MD
NPI 1497702740
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Escondido, CA

Q: What is Steven Howe's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven Howe is 1497702740. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2006.

Q: What is Steven Howe's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steven Howe was last updated on September 8, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 days 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

2130 CITRACADO PKWY STE 220, ESCONDIDO, CA 92029(760) 743-0546(760) 317-9769 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 8, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 13, 2026.

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About Steven C Howe Md NPPES

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

STEVEN C HOWE MD (NPI 1497702740) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Escondido, California, licensed in California (G679076) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Georgetown University School Of Medicine (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497702740

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameSTEVEN C HOWECredential: MD

Location Address2130 CITRACADO PKWY STE 220Escondido, CA 92029-4151

Mailing Address2130 Citracado Pkwy Ste 220Escondido, CA 92029-4151 · (760) 743-0546 · Fax (760) 317-9769

Phone(760) 743-0546

Fax(760) 317-9769

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSGeorgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated 1992

Enumeration DateMay 30, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 8, 2026

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 8, 2026

✔ NPI 1497702740 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · G679076✔ Licensed in LA · MD.200879

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

2130 CITRACADO PKWY STE 220, Escondido, CA 92029

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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

Steven C Howe 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 ID1759271562

PECOS Enrollment IDI20150317002807

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 2

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.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

54 services50 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.

16 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92029 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

$184.71 typical visit price

range $62.10 – $184.71

Typical copayment $46.17 (range $15.52 – $46.17)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$76.87 typical visit price

range $20.62 – $151.42

Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)

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 4

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

ALEXIS B CRAWFORD PA-C

Physician Assistant

2130 CITRACADO PKWY STE 220
ESCONDIDO, CA 92029

San Diego County (760) 743-4789

DR. ELIAS JASON FANOUS MD

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

2130 CITRACADO PKWY STE 220
ESCONDIDO, CA 92029

San Diego County (760) 743-0546

DARRELL WU M.D.

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

2130 CITRACADO PKWY STE 220
ESCONDIDO, CA 92029

San Diego County (619) 823-3146

DR. VASKEN LEON KELESHIAN MD

Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)

2130 CITRACADO PKWY STE 220
ESCONDIDO, CA 92029

San Diego County (714) 343-1039

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 Steven Howe's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven Howe is 1497702740. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2006.

Where is Steven Howe located?

Steven Howe practices at 2130 Citracado Pkwy Ste 220, Escondido, CA 92029. The listed phone number is (760) 743-0546.

What is Steven Howe's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Steven Howe enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Steven Howe 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steven Howe was last updated on September 8, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 days 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.