CARAH HOWE MD
NPI 1609288091
Family Medicine in Lindale, TX

Q: What is Carah Howe's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carah Howe is 1609288091. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 20, 2014.

Q: What is Carah Howe's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carah Howe was last updated on April 9, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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 May 20, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3203 S MAIN ST, LINDALE, TX 75771(903) 266-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 9, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 9, 2020, Aug 28, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Carah Howe Md NPPES

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

CARAH HOWE MD (NPI 1609288091) is an individual family medicine provider in Lindale, Texas, licensed in Texas (BP10050108) and active in the NPI registry since May 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609288091

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameCARAH HOWECredential: MD

Location Address3203 S MAIN STLindale, TX 75771-7727

Mailing AddressPo Box 846098Dallas, TX 75284-6098 · (903) 324-6400

Phone(903) 266-4000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 2014

Enumeration DateMay 20, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateApril 9, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 9, 2020

✔ NPI 1609288091 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · BP10050108

Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

3203 S MAIN ST, Lindale, TX 75771

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Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid374155501TX

Other75-2616977-028TX · Tricare

Other8LZ076TX · Bcbs

OtherP01878829TX · Medicare Rail Road

Other587021YMAFTX · Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS 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

Carah 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 ID3274831607

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170808002645

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 8

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.

Outpatient heart rehabilitation with electrocardiogram (ecg) monitoring, quality health care professional services 93798

Outpatient heart rehabilitation involves regular visits to a clinic for heart health improvement after a cardiac event. During these sessions, an electrocardiogram (ECG) monitors heart activity, while healthcare professionals provide personalized care and education on lifestyle changes, ensuring a safe recovery and reducing future heart risks.

688 services30 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.

519 services234 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.

152 services119 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

150 services150 patients

Transitional care management services for problem of at least moderate complexity 99495

Transitional care management services focus on coordinating and managing your care after you leave the hospital. For moderate complexity problems, this involves managing your medications, arranging further treatments, and ensuring you have the necessary follow-ups.

18 services17 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a G0179

This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.

18 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Christus Mother Frances Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tyler, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450102

Location800 East DawsonTyler, TX 75701 · Smith County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Mother Frances Hospital Sulphur Springs

Acute Care Hospitals · Sulphur Springs, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450236

Location115 Airport RdSulphur Springs, TX 75482 · Hopkins County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

The University Of Texas Health Science Center At Tyler

Acute Care Hospitals · Tyler, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number450690

Location11937 Us Highway 271Tyler, TX 75708 · Smith County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 75771 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

$84.92 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

8 suppliers35 claims81 services$5.48 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

5 suppliers16 claims17 services$0.94 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

1 supplier20 claims21 services$17.68 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

2 suppliers37 claims38 services$103.07 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

4 suppliers15 claims2,622 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

2 suppliers20 claims20 services$197.57 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 15

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

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