HOWARD JAMES STANTON M.D.
NPI 1508978875
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology in Charleston, WV

Q: What is Howard Stanton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Stanton is 1508978875. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006. The provider is also known as H James Stanton M.D..

Q: What is Howard Stanton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Stanton was last updated on December 12, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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 August 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

94.1/100

CMS Quality Rating

4315 MACCORKLE AVE SE, CHARLESTON, WV 25304(304) 926-8080(304) 926-8083 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 12, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Howard James Stanton M.d. NPPES

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

HOWARD JAMES STANTON M.D. (NPI 1508978875) is an individual interventional cardiology provider in Charleston, West Virginia, licensed in West Virginia (12013) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. 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 (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508978875

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RI0011X

Provider Legal NameHOWARD JAMES STANTONCredential: M.D.

Location Address4315 MACCORKLE AVE SECharleston, WV 25304-2503

Mailing Address4315 Maccorkle Ave SeCharleston, WV 25304-2503 · (304) 926-8080 · Fax (304) 926-8083

Phone(304) 926-8080

Fax(304) 926-8083

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSWest Virginia University School Of MedicineGraduated 1979

Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 12, 2014

✔ NPI 1508978875 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RI0011X

License✔ Licensed in WV · 12013

Definition

An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.

Also ListedNuclear Medicine · Nuclear CardiologyTaxonomy 207UN0901X · License 12013 (WV)

4315 MACCORKLE AVE SE, Charleston, WV 25304

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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)H James Stanton M.d.

Other Identifiers 4

Medicare PIN0505302WV

OtherP00058633WV · Railroad Medicare

Medicaid0087346000WV

Medicare UPINA72307

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, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Howard James Stanton 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 ID2961494505

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040408001294

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 20

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.

Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg J2785

Regadenoson injection, 0.1 mg, is a medication used to help visualize the heart during a stress test. It works by increasing blood flow in the arteries of the heart. It's injected into a vein and is generally well-tolerated.

584 services145 patients

Technetium tc-99m sestamibi, diagnostic, per study dose A9500

Technetium Tc-99m Sestamibi is a diagnostic test used to create images of your heart or breast tissues. It involves a safe radioactive substance injection that helps doctors to detect any abnormalities or changes in these tissues.

451 services224 patients

Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78452

Nuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.

298 services294 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician 93015

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure performed by a doctor to assess how your heart responds to exertion. It involves monitoring your heart's electrical activity while you exercise or after medication is given to mimic exercise effects.

234 services231 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

81 services72 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

73 services73 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.

65 services65 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.

63 services63 patients

Insertion of tube in left lower heart chamber and coronary artery for diagnosis with review by radiologist 93458

This procedure involves placing a tube into your left lower heart chamber and coronary artery. It helps doctors diagnose heart conditions by allowing them to view these areas in detail. A radiologist will review the images to ensure accurate diagnosis.

61 services59 patients

Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) 80061

A lipid panel is a blood test that measures fats and fatty substances, such as cholesterol and triglycerides. These substances are used by your body as a source of energy. High levels can lead to health issues, including heart disease.

43 services43 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.

40 services40 patients

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.

32 services25 patients

Insertion of stents with balloon dilation of coronary artery or branch, single artery or branch 92928

This procedure involves placing a small, mesh tube (stent) in your coronary artery to keep it open. A balloon is used to expand the stent and artery, improving blood flow to your heart. It's typically done for a single artery or branch.

30 services24 patients

Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78452

26 services26 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.

20 services20 patients

Insertion of tube in left lower heart chamber, coronary artery and bypass graft for diagnosis with review by radiologist 93459

This procedure involves placing a tube into your left lower heart chamber, coronary artery, and bypass graft. It's done for diagnostic purposes and is carefully reviewed by a radiologist. This helps determine the health of your heart and arteries, aiding in future treatment plans.

20 services20 patients

Ultrasound evaluation of heart blood vessel or graft with review by radiologist, initial vessel 92978

This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to examine the first vessel of your heart or graft. A radiologist will review the images. It's a non-invasive way to check the health of your heart's blood vessels.

18 services16 patients

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

17 services17 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician 93016

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG involves monitoring your heart's activity while it's under stress, either from exercise or medication. A doctor supervises the entire procedure to ensure safety and accuracy in results. This test helps detect heart problems.

16 services16 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Charleston Area Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, WV

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number510022

Location501 Morris StreetCharleston, WV 25301 · Kanawha County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Thomas Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · South Charleston, WV

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number510029

Location4605 Maccorkle Avenue SWSouth Charleston, WV 25309 · Kanawha County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Jackson General Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Ripley, WV

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number511320

Location122 Pinnell StRipley, WV 25271 · Jackson County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 25304 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

$124.46 typical visit price

range $53.20 – $164.59

Typical copayment $31.11 (range $13.30 – $41.14)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$94.81 typical visit price

range $16.47 – $133.29

Typical copayment $23.70 (range $4.11 – $33.32)

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.

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

Quality

78.46

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

99%1,339 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

98%8,113 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

85%489 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

92%988 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

70%988 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

2%988 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%

Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients 2+: 0% · 901 patients

0%901 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.

13%988 patients

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

STANTON CARDIOLOGY CENTER, PLLC

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)