JOHN N HOWELL PA
NPI 1619129616
Physician Assistant in Murfreesboro, AR

Q: What is John Howell's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Howell is 1619129616. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 21, 2008.

Q: What is John Howell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Howell was last updated on July 7, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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 October 21, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

319 E 13TH ST, SUITE 405, MURFREESBORO, AR 71958(870) 285-3118(870) 285-2759 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 7, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About John N Howell Pa NPPES

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

JOHN N HOWELL PA (NPI 1619129616) is an individual physician assistant in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (P-T0823) and active in the NPI registry since October 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus St Michael Health System, and is a graduate of University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619129616

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy363A00000X

Provider Legal NameJOHN N HOWELLCredential: PA

Location Address319 E 13TH ST, SUITE 405Murfreesboro, AR 71958-9541

Mailing AddressPo Box 21850Hot Springs, AR 71903-1850 · (870) 285-3118 · Fax (870) 285-2759

Phone(870) 285-3118

Fax(870) 285-2759

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Dakota School Of MedicineGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateOctober 21, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 7, 2016

✔ NPI 1619129616 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363A00000X

License✔ Licensed in AR · P-T0823

Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

319 E 13TH ST, Murfreesboro, AR 71958

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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

John N Howell Pa 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 ID5395807978

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090901000420

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 11

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.

Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025

A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.

200 services148 patients

Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals 80053

A comprehensive group of blood chemicals test, also known as a comprehensive metabolic panel, is a blood test that measures your sugar level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney function, and liver function. This helps to check your body's overall health.

179 services140 patients

Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) 84443

A TSH blood test measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone in your body. This hormone is produced by the pituitary gland and regulates how your thyroid works. It's a simple procedure where a small amount of blood is drawn from your arm for analysis.

143 services121 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.

115 services107 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.

68 services51 patients

Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza 87428

This test uses a method called immunoassay to identify severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza. It works by detecting specific proteins (antigens) in a sample, like a nasal swab. It's a powerful tool in diagnosing these viral infections.

57 services52 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Christus St Michael Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Texarkana, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450801

Location2600 St Michael DrTexarkana, TX 75503 · Bowie County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71958 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

$79.72 typical visit price

range $51.36 – $157.74

Typical copayment $19.93 (range $12.84 – $39.43)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$64.56 typical visit price

range $16.16 – $128.77

Typical copayment $16.14 (range $4.04 – $32.19)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 19

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

7 suppliers24 claims82 services$6.36 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

7 suppliers19 claims33 services$1.10 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier13 claims26 services$1.87 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers14 claims14 services$22.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers13 claims70 services$3.22 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4034

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier13 claims403 services$4.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, for special metabolic needs, excludes inherited disease of metabolism, includes altered composition of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and/or minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4154

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier13 claims5,733 services$0.82 avg. paid by Medicare

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, without mattress E0261

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

1 supplier22 claims22 services$74.78 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

3 suppliers53 claims53 services$20.73 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$900.57 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier20 claims20 services$5.33 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers11 claims14 services$46.81 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

4 suppliers131 claims134 services$117.17 avg. paid by Medicare

Arformoterol, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 15 micrograms J7605

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

2 suppliers12 claims720 services$4.48 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

2 suppliers30 claims4,875 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

2 suppliers19 claims1,740 services$0.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Revefenacin inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, 1 microgram J7677

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

2 suppliers13 claims68,250 services$0.15 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

1 supplier12 claims12 services$211.99 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers48 claims48 services$24.42 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 4

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

JUSTICE LEE WEST APN

Nurse Practitioner

319 E 13TH ST
MURFREESBORO, AR 71958

Pike County (870) 285-3118

ABIGAIL JANE WILHITE MD

Family Medicine

319 E 13TH ST
MURFREESBORO, AR 71958

Pike County (870) 285-3118

CHI ST. VINCENT MEDICAL GROUP HOT SPRINGS

Clinic/Center (Rural Health)

319 E 13TH ST
MURFREESBORO, AR 71958

Pike County (870) 285-3118

DR. LISA P MARTIN MD

Family Medicine

319 E 13TH ST
MURFREESBORO, AR 71958

Pike County (870) 285-3118

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 John Howell's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Howell is 1619129616. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 21, 2008.

Where is John Howell located?

John Howell practices at 319 E 13th St Suite 405, Murfreesboro, AR 71958. The listed phone number is (870) 285-3118.

What is John Howell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is John Howell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Howell 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 John Howell accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 5 other insurers list John Howell 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 John Howell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Howell is affiliated with Christus St Michael Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Howell was last updated on July 7, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.