JERRY DONALD HOWARD JR. MD
NPI 1669565552
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in West Plains, MO

Active since October 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
65.74/100
CMS Quality Rating
1100 N KENTUCKY AVE, WEST PLAINS, MO 65775(417) 257-6713(417) 257-5878 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 27, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Jerry Donald Howard Jr. Md NPPES

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

JERRY DONALD HOWARD JR. MD (NPI 1669565552) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in West Plains, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2006019828) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Choctaw Nation Health Services Authority, and is a graduate of Loma Linda University School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669565552
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameJERRY DONALD HOWARD JR.Credential: MD
Location Address1100 N KENTUCKY AVEWest Plains, MO 65775-2029
Mailing Address26 Dogwood CirWest Plains, MO 65775-5171 · (417) 256-4666
Fax(417) 257-5878
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLoma Linda University School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateOctober 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 27, 2017
✔ NPI 1669565552 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2006019828
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
1100 N KENTUCKY AVE, West Plains, MO 65775

Accepted Insurance

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

Jerry Donald Howard Jr. 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 ID749312544
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191002001567
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Jerry Howard reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

General Acute Care Hospital
1100 N KENTUCKY AVE
West Plains, MO 65775
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 42 clinicians in this Medicare group
Primary Care
109 KERR AVE
Poteau, OK 74953
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 581 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
744 W 9TH ST
Tulsa, OK 74127
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Oklahoma enrollment
  • 47 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 83

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.

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
206 services194 patients
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 73630
An X-ray of the foot, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones and tissues in your foot. This helps to identify fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Multiple views ensure a comprehensive examination.
191 services138 patients
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030
An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.
127 services101 patients
X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562
An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.
94 services73 patients
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views 72100
An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back area, including the tailbone. This procedure helps in identifying problems like fractures, infections, or deformities. 2-3 different angle views provide a comprehensive picture.
80 services79 patients
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502
An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.
80 services79 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Choctaw Nation Health Services Authority

Acute Care Hospitals · Talihina, OK
OwnershipTribal
CMS Certification Number370172
Location1 Choctaw WayTalihina, OK 74571 · Latimer County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 65775 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
$81.64 typical visit price
range $52.28 – $161.24
Typical copayment $20.41 (range $13.07 – $40.31)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$65.71 typical visit price
range $16.30 – $131.05
Typical copayment $16.42 (range $4.07 – $32.76)
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.

65.74/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality67.52
Improvement Activities40
Cost42.43

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Physical Therapy Assistant
1100 N KENTUCKY AVE
WEST PLAINS, MO 65775
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1100 N KENTUCKY AVE
WEST PLAINS, MO 65775
Occupational Therapist
1100 N KENTUCKY AVE
WEST PLAINS, MO 65775
Pharmacist
1100 N KENTUCKY AVE
WEST PLAINS, MO 65775
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
1100 N KENTUCKY AVE
WEST PLAINS, MO 65775
Orthopaedic Surgery
1100 N KENTUCKY AVE
WEST PLAINS, MO 65775
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1100 N KENTUCKY AVE
WEST PLAINS, MO 65775
Occupational Therapist
1100 N KENTUCKY AVE
WEST PLAINS, MO 65775

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 Jerry Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jerry Howard is 1669565552. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 2, 2006.

Where is Jerry Howard located?

Jerry Howard practices at 1100 N Kentucky Ave, West Plains, MO 65775. The listed phone number is (417) 257-6713.

What is Jerry Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Jerry Howard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jerry Howard 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 organizations bill Medicare for Jerry Howard's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Jerry Howard reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Ozarks Medical Center (West Plains, MO), Choctaw Nation Of Oklahoma (Poteau, OK) and Diagnostic Imaging Associates Inc (Tulsa, OK). Each 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 Jerry Howard's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Jerry Howard accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Mending Health list Jerry Howard 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 Jerry Howard affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Jerry Howard is affiliated with Choctaw Nation Health Services Authority.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jerry Howard was last updated on January 27, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.