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MR. HOWARD LEWIS DORTCH III OTR/L
NPI 1649372087
Occupational Therapist - Hand in Asheville, NC

Active since September 05, 2006Accepts Medicare Assignment
1 VANDERBILT PARK DR, SUITE 120, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803(828) 277-6957(828) 277-6960 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Mr. Howard Lewis Dortch Iii Otr/l NPPES

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

MR. HOWARD LEWIS DORTCH III OTR/L (NPI 1649372087) is an individual hand provider in Asheville, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0560) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is a graduate of Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649372087
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy225XH1200X
Provider Legal NameMR. HOWARD LEWIS DORTCH IIICredential: OTR/L
Location Address1 VANDERBILT PARK DR, SUITE 120Asheville, NC 28803-1736
Mailing Address1 Vanderbilt Park Dr, Suite 120Asheville, NC 28803-1736 · (828) 277-6957 · Fax (828) 277-6960
Phone(828) 277-6957
Fax(828) 277-6960
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateSeptember 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 2008
✔ NPI 1649372087 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOccupational Therapist · HandRespiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Taxonomy Code225XH1200X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 0560
1 VANDERBILT PARK DR, Asheville, NC 28803
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified2510080A
Medicare NSC0591490001NC

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Howard Lewis Dortch Iii Otr/l 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 ID7416164066
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111209000523

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Howard Dortch reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Combined Therapy Specialties Of Asheville Inc
1.1 mi
Physical Therapist
1 VANDERBILT PARK DR, SUITE 120
Asheville, NC 28803
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1093888950 (828) 277-6957

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes 97110
This therapy involves exercises to boost strength, endurance, flexibility, and range of motion. Each session lasts 15 minutes. The goal is to improve physical function and overall health. It's a safe, beneficial method for enhancing well-being and fitness.
898 services112 patients
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes 97140
This therapy involves using hands-on techniques to help improve your body's movement and function. These techniques may include stretching, resistance exercises, or gentle pressure. Each session lasts 15 minutes and aims to relieve pain, promote healing, and improve your overall health.
393 services65 patients
Evaluation for occupational therapy, typically 30 minutes 97165
An evaluation for occupational therapy is a process where a therapist assesses your physical and mental abilities to perform daily activities. This 30-minute session helps identify any difficulties you may have and develop strategies for improvement.
136 services131 patients
Application of ultrasound, each 15 minutes 97035
Ultrasound is a medical procedure that uses high-frequency sound waves to capture live images from inside your body. It's a painless process typically lasting 15 minutes per session. This method aids in diagnosing conditions and monitoring health without any radiation exposure.
37 services13 patients
Training for self-care or home management, each 15 minutes 97535
This service involves training sessions, each lasting 15 minutes, focused on teaching you essential self-care or home management skills. You'll learn techniques to manage your health condition at home, promoting independence and enhancing your quality of life.
15 services11 patients
Re-evaluation for occupational therapy, typically 30 minutes 97168
A re-evaluation for occupational therapy is a 30-minute session where your therapist assesses your progress and updates your treatment plan. It's crucial to ensure the therapy continues to meet your needs and help improve your daily living skills.
12 services11 patients

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.

MRS. LYDIA TAYLOR PIERCE P.T.
Physical Therapist
1 VANDERBILT PARK DR, SUITE 120
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Buncombe County (828) 277-6957
COMBINED THERAPY SPECIALTIES OF ASHEVILLE INC
Physical Therapist
1 VANDERBILT PARK DR, SUITE 120
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Buncombe County (828) 277-6957
TAYLOR IBRAHIM LOVE DO
Family Medicine
1 VANDERBILT PARK DR
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Buncombe County (828) 712-3173
G.S. HODGES, DDS
Dentist
1 VANDERBILT PARK DR, SUITE 260
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Buncombe County (828) 274-8088
DR. BOB L. HARRIS DDS, PA
Dentist (General Practice)
1 VANDERBILT PARK DR, STE 220
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Buncombe County (828) 277-2214
HAMILTON SOUND, LLC
Audiologist
1 VANDERBILT PARK DR, SUITE 110
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Buncombe County (828) 277-1000
DR. THOMAS SCOTT REHM DPM
Podiatrist
1 VANDERBILT PARK DR, SUITE 100
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Buncombe County (828) 277-8042
DR. GREGORY RICHARD COSTANZO SR. DPM
Podiatrist
1 VANDERBILT PARK DR, SUITE 100
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Buncombe County (828) 277-8042

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 Dortch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Dortch is 1649372087. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 5, 2006.

Where is Howard Dortch located?

Howard Dortch practices at 1 Vanderbilt Park Dr Suite 120, Asheville, NC 28803. The listed phone number is (828) 277-6957.

What is Howard Dortch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Occupational Therapist, specializing in Hand, with taxonomy code 225XH1200X.

Is Howard Dortch enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Dortch 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Howard Dortch's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Howard Dortch reassigns Medicare benefits to Combined Therapy Specialties Of Asheville Inc (Asheville, NC). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Howard Dortch's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Dortch was last updated on July 17, 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.