HOWARD WOODWIND MORNINGSTAR M.D.
NPI 1639275449
Family Medicine in Ashland, OR

Q: What is Howard Morningstar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Morningstar is 1639275449. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 16, 2006.

Q: What is Howard Morningstar's specialty?

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

Active since September 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

65.25/100

CMS Quality Rating

534 WASHINGTON ST, ASHLAND, OR 97520(541) 482-2032(541) 482-4108 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Howard Woodwind Morningstar M.d. NPPES

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

HOWARD WOODWIND MORNINGSTAR M.D. (NPI 1639275449) is an individual family medicine provider in Ashland, Oregon, licensed in Oregon (MD19686) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Asante Three Rivers Medical Center, and is a graduate of Yale University School Of Medicine (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639275449

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameHOWARD WOODWIND MORNINGSTARCredential: M.D.

Location Address534 WASHINGTON STAshland, OR 97520-1682

Mailing Address534 Washington StAshland, OR 97520-1682 · (541) 482-2032 · Fax (541) 482-4108

Phone(541) 482-2032

Fax(541) 482-4108

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSYale University School Of MedicineGraduated 1989

Enumeration DateSeptember 16, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 2008

✔ NPI 1639275449 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

License✔ Licensed in OR · MD19686

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.

534 WASHINGTON ST, Ashland, OR 97520

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINF35382

Medicaid082300OR

Medicare PINR0000BLBZSOR

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BridgeSpan Health Company, Moda Health Plan, Inc., PacificSource Health Plans and more.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 Woodwind Morningstar 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 ID9032144787

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050930000359

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 13

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.

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.

495 services68 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.

436 services147 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.

407 services58 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.

256 services129 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.

117 services117 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.

59 services34 patients

Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444

An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.

57 services57 patients

Face-to-face behavioral counseling for obesity, 15 minutes G0447

This is a 15-minute consultation where a healthcare professional discusses your eating habits, physical activity, and goals to help manage your weight. The aim is to provide personalized strategies to promote a healthier lifestyle and combat obesity.

51 services30 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

34 services28 patients

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000

"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.

15 services11 patients

Urinalysis, manual test 81002

A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.

15 services11 patients

Amplifed dna or rna probe detection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) antigen 87635

This is a lab test that detects the presence of COVID-19 in your body. It uses a technique to amplify the virus's genetic material, either DNA or RNA, making it easier to identify. A positive result indicates an active infection.

14 services13 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.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Asante Three Rivers Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Grants Pass, OR

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number380002

Location500 SW Ramsey AvenueGrants Pass, OR 97527 · Josephine County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Asante Ashland Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Ashland, OR

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number380005

Location280 Maple StreetAshland, OR 97520 · Jackson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Medford, OR

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number380018

Location2825 E Barnett RoadMedford, OR 97504 · Jackson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 97520 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

$84.82 typical visit price

range $54.96 – $166.64

Typical copayment $21.20 (range $13.74 – $41.66)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$97.16 typical visit price

range $17.68 – $136.19

Typical copayment $24.29 (range $4.42 – $34.04)

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.

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.

65.25/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Quality

33.33

Improvement Activities

Cost

73.05

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening

0%476 patients1/55-star benchmark: 88%

Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)

Lower rates are better for this measure.

100%24 patients1/55-star benchmark: 91%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

0%3,355 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease

0%102 patients1/55-star benchmark: 91%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

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

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

1 supplier11 claims12 services$17.51 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.

AJA MORNINGSTAR, P.C.

Clinic/Center (Primary Care)

534 WASHINGTON ST
ASHLAND, OR 97520

Jackson County (541) 482-2032

KRISTI GAIL HEATHERSTONE L.AC., M.AC.

Acupuncturist

534 WASHINGTON ST, SUITE #8
ASHLAND, OR 97520

Jackson County (541) 482-3180

WELLS COLLABORATIVE HEALTH, LLC

Family Medicine

534 WASHINGTON ST
ASHLAND, OR 97520

Jackson County (541) 203-0737

NOAH D. PERLMAN, LLC

Clinic/Center (Primary Care)

534 WASHINGTON ST
ASHLAND, OR 97520

Jackson County (541) 488-9100

STEVEN WELLS MD

Family Medicine

534 WASHINGTON ST
ASHLAND, OR 97520

Jackson County (541) 203-0737

MISCHA INGE ANNA HUSKEY LDM

Midwife

534 WASHINGTON ST
ASHLAND, OR 97520

Jackson County (541) 787-5331

DR. AMANDA HOCHMAN ND

Naturopath

534 WASHINGTON ST, SUITE 8
ASHLAND, OR 97520

Jackson County (541) 324-7669

HEATHER STARBIRD

Counselor (Mental Health)

534 WASHINGTON ST
ASHLAND, OR 97520

Jackson County (541) 203-0737

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 Morningstar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Morningstar is 1639275449. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 16, 2006.

Where is Howard Morningstar located?

Howard Morningstar practices at 534 Washington St, Ashland, OR 97520. The listed phone number is (541) 482-2032.

What is Howard Morningstar's specialty?

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

Is Howard Morningstar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Morningstar 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 Morningstar accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, Moda Health Plan, Inc., PacificSource Health Plans, Providence Health Plan and Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon list Howard Morningstar 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 Morningstar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Howard Morningstar is affiliated with Asante Three Rivers Medical Center, Asante Ashland Community Hospital and Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Morningstar was last updated on July 21, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.