HOWARD SCOTT HELFMAN MD
NPI 1639178734
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Stuart, FL

Active since July 20, 2005PECOS Enrolled
89.89/100
CMS Quality Rating
1027 SE OCEAN BLVD, STUART, FL 34996(772) 781-0222(772) 781-0008 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Howard Scott Helfman Md NPPES

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

HOWARD SCOTT HELFMAN MD (NPI 1639178734) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Stuart, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME0039011) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639178734
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameHOWARD SCOTT HELFMANCredential: MD
Location Address1027 SE OCEAN BLVDStuart, FL 34996-2576
Mailing Address1027 Se Ocean BlvdStuart, FL 34996-2576 · (772) 781-0222 · Fax (772) 781-0008
Fax(772) 781-0008
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJuly 20, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 2011
NPI 1639178734 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
License Licensed in FL · ME0039011
Definition
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
1027 SE OCEAN BLVD, Stuart, FL 34996

Other Identifiers 6

Medicare UPIND63958FL
Medicare PIN4218801FL
OtherME39011FL · Medical License
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified96710V
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified060034997Railroad Medicare
Medicaid063592800FL

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 (PECOS)

Howard Scott Helfman Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 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.

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.
737 services591 patients
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
225 services98 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.
48 services48 patients
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days 93296
This procedure involves remotely monitoring your pacemaker or implantable defibrillator system. Over a 90-day period, we check the device's performance and your heart's activity. This helps ensure the device is functioning properly and providing the best possible support for your heart health.
43 services31 patients
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days 93294
This procedure evaluates your pacemaker system remotely for up to 90 days. It checks whether single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless pacemakers are working properly. It's a safe, convenient way to ensure your heart device is functioning optimally.
41 services29 patients
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99439
Chronic Care Management services involve regular check-ins with healthcare professionals to manage two or more chronic conditions. It includes an additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time per month, directed by a healthcare professional, to ensure optimal health management.
37 services30 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34996 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
$135.56 typical visit price
range $58.56 – $179.05
Typical copayment $33.89 (range $14.64 – $44.76)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$73.00 typical visit price
range $18.44 – $144.68
Typical copayment $18.25 (range $4.61 – $36.17)
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.

89.89/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality75.75
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1027 SE OCEAN BLVD
STUART, FL 34996
Family Medicine
1027 SE OCEAN BLVD
STUART, FL 34996
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1027 SE OCEAN BLVD
STUART, FL 34996
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1027 SE OCEAN BLVD
STUART, FL 34996
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1027 SE OCEAN BLVD
STUART, FL 34996
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1027 SE OCEAN BLVD
STUART, FL 34996
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1027 SE OCEAN BLVD
STUART, FL 34996

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 Helfman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Helfman is 1639178734. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 20, 2005.

Where is Howard Helfman located?

Howard Helfman practices at 1027 SE Ocean Blvd, Stuart, FL 34996. The listed phone number is (772) 781-0222.

What is Howard Helfman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Howard Helfman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Helfman is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Howard Helfman accept?

Health plans from AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) list Howard Helfman 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 Howard Helfman was last updated on March 17, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.