NATACIA N HOWARD AUD
NPI 1578998613
Audiologist in Phoenix, AZ

Active since September 09, 2013Accepts Medicare Assignment
69.24/100
CMS Quality Rating
2423 W DUNLAP AVE, STE 175, PHOENIX, AZ 85021(602) 424-4450(602) 424-4451 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 9, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Natacia N Howard Aud NPPES

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

NATACIA N HOWARD AUD (NPI 1578998613) is an individual audiologist in Phoenix, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (DA8548) and active in the NPI registry since September 2013. She is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578998613
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy231H00000X
Provider Legal NameNATACIA N HOWARDCredential: AUD
Location Address2423 W DUNLAP AVE, STE 175Phoenix, AZ 85021-2830
Mailing Address2423 W Dunlap Ave, Ste 175Phoenix, AZ 85021-2830
Fax(602) 424-4451
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateSeptember 9, 2013
NPI 1578998613 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAudiologistSpeech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
Taxonomy Code231H00000X
License Licensed in AZ · DA8548
Definition
(1) A specialist in evaluation, habilitation and rehabilitation of those whose communication disorders center in whole or in part in hearing function. Audiologists are autonomous professionals who identify, assess, and manage disorders of the auditory, balance and other neural systems. Audiologists provide audiological (aural) rehabilitation to children and adults across the entire age span. Audiologists select, fit and dispense amplification systems such as hearing aids and related devices. (2) An audiologist is a person qualified by a master's degree in audiology, licensed by the state, where applicable, and practicing within the scope of that license. Audiologists evaluate and treat patients with impaired hearing. They plan, direct and conduct rehabilitative programs with audiotry substitutional devises (hearing aids) and other therapy.
2423 W DUNLAP AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85021

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

Natacia N Howard Aud 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 ID8527292929
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131017000535

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.

Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test 92557
A comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.
279 services260 patients
Test to assess middle ear function 92567
A test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.
277 services259 patients
Evaluation and testing for balance with recording 92540
This procedure involves a series of evaluations and tests to analyze your balance. Recordings are made to track your performance, helping identify any issues. This aids in determining the best treatment for any balance disorders you may have.
262 services261 patients
Evaluation of brain response to sound for diagnosis of nervous system disorders with interpretation and report 92653
This procedure examines how your brain responds to sound, aiding in the diagnosis of nervous system disorders. It involves playing sounds and monitoring brain activity, followed by an expert interpretation and report.
259 services259 patients
Test to assess electrical potentials generated in the inner ear as a result of sound stimulation 92584
This test, known as an auditory brainstem response test, checks how your inner ear responds to sound. It measures the electrical signals your ear sends to your brain when it hears a noise. It's a simple, non-invasive procedure that helps identify hearing issues.
257 services257 patients
Test to assess balance during warm and cool irrigation in both ears 92537
This is a test called caloric stimulation, used to check your balance function. During this procedure, warm and cool water are gently introduced into your ears. Your eye movements are then observed, as they can indicate issues with balance or inner ear function.
253 services252 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85021 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
$55.44 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $13.86 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99202
Established Patient
$69.24 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

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.

69.24/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality69.86
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost28.43

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 18

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

Counselor (Mental Health)
2423 W DUNLAP AVE
PHOENIX, AZ 85021
Physical Therapist
2423 W DUNLAP AVE, SUITE 170
PHOENIX, AZ 85021
Clinic/Center
2423 W DUNLAP AVE, #141
PHOENIX, AZ 85021
Specialist
2423 W DUNLAP AVE, #175
PHOENIX, AZ 85021
General Acute Care Hospital
2423 W DUNLAP AVE, SUITE 100
PHOENIX, AZ 85021
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
2423 W DUNLAP AVE, STE 130
PHOENIX, AZ 85021
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
2423 W DUNLAP AVE, SUITE 100
PHOENIX, AZ 85021
Residential Treatment Facility, Physical Disabilities
2423 W DUNLAP AVE
PHOENIX, AZ 85021

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 Natacia Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Natacia Howard is 1578998613. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 9, 2013.

Where is Natacia Howard located?

Natacia Howard practices at 2423 W Dunlap Ave Ste 175, Phoenix, AZ 85021. The listed phone number is (602) 424-4450.

What is Natacia Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Audiologist with taxonomy code 231H00000X.

Is Natacia Howard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Natacia 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 Natacia Howard accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona and Oscar Health Plan, Inc. list Natacia 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Natacia Howard was last updated on September 9, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.