HOWARD WAYNE FRANCIS M.D.
NPI 1548208481
Otolaryngology in Durham, NC

Active since June 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
40 DUKE MEDICINE CIR, DURHAM, NC 27710(919) 684-8111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 20, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Howard Wayne Francis M.d. NPPES

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

HOWARD WAYNE FRANCIS M.D. (NPI 1548208481) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Durham, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2016-02557) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and is a graduate of Harvard Medical School (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548208481
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameHOWARD WAYNE FRANCISCredential: M.D.
Location Address40 DUKE MEDICINE CIRDurham, NC 27710-4000
Mailing AddressPo Box 63362Charlotte, NC 28263-3362 · (919) 620-4700
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHarvard Medical SchoolGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateJune 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 20, 2017
NPI 1548208481 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
Licenses Licensed in NC · 2016-02557 Licensed in MD · D44524
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Also ListedOtolaryngology · Otology & NeurotologyTaxonomy 207YX0901X · License 2016-02557 (NC)
40 DUKE MEDICINE CIR, Durham, NC 27710

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINF60782MD
Medicare PINKR60997LMD
Medicaid449721000MD

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

Howard Wayne Francis 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 ID8325229982
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170220002129
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 3

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.

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.
16 services14 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
14 services14 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.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340030
Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27710 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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 20

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

Internal Medicine
40 DUKE MEDICINE CIR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
40 DUKE MEDICINE CIR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Physician Assistant
40 DUKE MEDICINE CIR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Internal Medicine
40 DUKE MEDICINE CIR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
40 DUKE MEDICINE CIR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Speech-Language Pathologist
40 DUKE MEDICINE CIR, CLINIC 1I
DURHAM, NC 27710
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
40 DUKE MEDICINE CIR, DUKE CLINIC 2H
DURHAM, NC 27710
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
40 DUKE MEDICINE CIR
DURHAM, NC 27710

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 Howard Francis's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Francis is 1548208481. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2006.

Where is Howard Francis located?

Howard Francis practices at 40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710. The listed phone number is (919) 684-8111.

What is Howard Francis's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Howard Francis enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Francis 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 Howard Francis accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Howard Francis 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 Howard Francis affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Howard Francis is affiliated with Duke University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Francis was last updated on January 20, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.