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ALAN CLIFFORD HOWELL M.D.
NPI 1710180252
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Joplin, MO

Active since June 11, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100 MERCY WAY STE 470, JOPLIN, MO 64804(417) 556-6813 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 21, 2022, Jan 25, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Alan Clifford Howell M.d. NPPES

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

ALAN CLIFFORD HOWELL M.D. (NPI 1710180252) is an individual infectious disease provider in Joplin, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2022039594) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Joplin, and maintains a secondary practice location in Temple.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710180252
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameALAN CLIFFORD HOWELLCredential: M.D.
Location Address100 MERCY WAY STE 470Joplin, MO 64804-4524
Mailing Address100 Mercy Way Ste 470Joplin, MO 64804-4524 · (417) 556-6813
Phone(417) 556-6813
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateJune 11, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 21, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 21, 2022
✔ NPI 1710180252 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MO · 2022039594✔ Licensed in TX · M6659
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
100 MERCY WAY STE 470, Joplin, MO 64804
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12401 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508-2424 · Phone (254) 724-2111

Other Identifiers 2

Other8CZ626TX · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicaid90908384NM

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and more.Insurance ›

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

Alan Clifford Howell 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 ID4082701941
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221010000217
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.

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.
160 services96 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
123 services69 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
97 services55 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
84 services76 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
54 services52 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
31 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Mercy Hospital Joplin

Acute Care Hospitals · Joplin, MO
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number260001
Location100 Mercy WayJoplin, MO 64804 · Jasper County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Hospital Carthage

Critical Access Hospitals · Carthage, MO
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number261338
Location3125 Dr Russell Smith WayCarthage, MO 64836 · Jasper County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 64804 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
$121.96 typical visit price
range $52.28 – $161.24
Typical copayment $30.49 (range $13.07 – $40.31)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.24 typical visit price
range $16.30 – $131.05
Typical copayment $23.31 (range $4.07 – $32.76)
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 Alan Howell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alan Howell is 1710180252. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 11, 2007.

Where is Alan Howell located?

Alan Howell practices at 100 Mercy Way Ste 470, Joplin, MO 64804. The listed phone number is (417) 556-6813.

What is Alan Howell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Alan Howell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alan 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.

What insurance does Alan Howell accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health and Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and 5 other insurers list Alan Howell 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 Alan Howell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alan Howell is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Joplin and Mercy Hospital Carthage.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alan Howell was last updated on October 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.