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DR. DAVID NOBLE HOWELL M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1699876102
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in Durham, NC

Active since September 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3712 PATHOLOGY, DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER, DURHAM, NC 27710(919) 286-0411(919) 286-6818 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. David Noble Howell M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

DR. DAVID NOBLE HOWELL M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1699876102) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in Durham, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (31533) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and is a graduate of Duke University School Of Medicine (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699876102
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. DAVID NOBLE HOWELLCredential: M.D., PH.D.
Location Address3712 PATHOLOGY, DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTERDurham, NC 27710-0001
Mailing Address3712 Pathology, Duke University Medical CenterDurham, NC 27710-0001 · (919) 286-0411 · Fax (919) 286-6818
Phone(919) 286-0411
Fax(919) 286-6818
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSDuke University School Of MedicineGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateSeptember 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1699876102 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 31533
Definition

A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

3712 PATHOLOGY, Durham, NC 27710
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid8944201NC
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified2143644NC
Medicare UPINF07339NC

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

Dr. David Noble Howell M.d., Ph.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 ID7911032511
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100322000597
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 7

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.

Antibody evaluation, each additional single antibody stain procedure 88350
An antibody evaluation involves testing a sample of your body fluid (like blood) to identify specific antibodies. Each additional single antibody stain procedure is a separate test for another specific antibody. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions by understanding your body's immune response.
268 services33 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
255 services69 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
96 services84 patients
Antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure 88346
An antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure is a laboratory test. It's designed to identify specific proteins, or antibodies, in your body. This can help diagnose certain conditions or monitor your immune system's response to treatments. The procedure involves staining a single type of antibody for detection.
77 services67 patients
Electron microscopy for diagnosis 88348
Electron microscopy is a diagnostic tool providing detailed images of tiny structures within the body, much smaller than those visible with regular microscopes. It aids in identifying diseases at a cellular level, enhancing accuracy of diagnosis.
56 services53 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
32 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340030
Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27710 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

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 David Howell's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Howell is 1699876102. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 26, 2006.

Where is David Howell located?

David Howell practices at 3712 Pathology Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC 27710. The listed phone number is (919) 286-0411.

What is David Howell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0101X.

Is David Howell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David 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.

Is David Howell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Howell is affiliated with Duke University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Howell was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.