DAVID MICHAEL HOWELL MD, PHD
NPI 1720216286
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Morgantown, WV

Active since June 23, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE, MORGANTOWN, WV 26506(304) 293-7401(304) 293-6963 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 13, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 13, 2022, Jan 12, 2021, Oct 22, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

About David Michael Howell Md, Phd NPPES

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

DAVID MICHAEL HOWELL MD, PHD (NPI 1720216286) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Morgantown, West Virginia, licensed in West Virginia (24653) and active in the NPI registry since June 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Uniontown Hospital, and is a graduate of West Virginia University School Of Medicine (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720216286
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDAVID MICHAEL HOWELLCredential: MD, PHD
Location Address1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVEMorgantown, WV 26506
Mailing AddressPo Box 9203Morgantown, WV 26506-9203 · (304) 293-3212 · Fax (304) 293-1627
Fax(304) 293-6963
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSWest Virginia University School Of MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateApril 13, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 13, 2022
✔ NPI 1720216286 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in WV · 24653
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.
Also ListedPathology · HematologyTaxonomy 207ZH0000X · License 24653 (WV)
1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE, Morgantown, WV 26506

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

David Michael Howell Md, Phd 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 ID3870802523
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151020000093, I20170511000495
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show David Howell reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Family Medicine
1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE
Morgantown, WV 26506
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maryland and West Virginia enrollments
  • 39 clinicians in this Medicare group
Pulmonary Disease
800 WHEELING AVE
Glen Dale, WV 26038
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 275 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
3 E BENJAMIN DR
New Martinsville, WV 26155
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 130 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
812 GORMAN AVE
Elkins, WV 26241
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 246 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 15

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.

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
209 services39 patients
Flow cytometry technique for dna or cell analysis, 9 to 15 markers 88188
Flow cytometry is a technique used to measure physical and chemical characteristics of cells or particles. It can analyze multiple markers (9 to 15) on a cell, helping to identify its type and function. This process can also examine DNA within cells for any abnormalities.
169 services159 patients
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.
144 services18 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.
138 services78 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.
127 services49 patients
Interpretation and report of genetic testing 88291
Interpretation and report of genetic testing involves analyzing your DNA to look for changes that could indicate a risk for certain health conditions. The results are then compiled into a report, which provides insights about your genetic health.
97 services71 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Uniontown Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Uniontown, PA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390041
Location500 West Berkeley StreetUniontown, PA 15401 · Fayette County
Emergency services

West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Morgantown, WV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510001
Location1 Medical Center DriveMorgantown, WV 26506 · Monongalia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

United Hospital Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Bridgeport, WV
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510006
Location327 Medical Park DriveBridgeport, WV 26330 · Harrison County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Wheeling Hospital, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Wheeling, WV
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number510050
Location1 Medical ParkWheeling, WV 26003 · Ohio County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Camden Clark Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Parkersburg, WV
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510058
Location800 Garfield AveParkersburg, WV 26101 · Wood County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 26506 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
$124.46 typical visit price
range $53.20 – $164.59
Typical copayment $31.11 (range $13.30 – $41.14)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.81 typical visit price
range $16.47 – $133.29
Typical copayment $23.70 (range $4.11 – $33.32)
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.

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.

Family Medicine
1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Physical Therapist
1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Family Medicine
1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Hospitalist
1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Emergency Medicine
1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE, ROOM 4601
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Neurological Surgery
1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE, ROOM 4300
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506

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 1720216286. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2009.

Where is David Howell located?

David Howell practices at 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, WV 26506. The listed phone number is (304) 293-7401.

What is David Howell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for David Howell's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), David Howell reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: West Virginia University Medical Corporation (Morgantown, WV), Reynolds Memorial Hospital, Inc. (Glen Dale, WV), Wetzel County Hospital, Inc. (New Martinsville, WV) and Davis Memorial Hospital (Elkins, WV). 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 David Howell's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does David Howell accept?

Health plans from CareSource list David 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 David Howell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Howell is affiliated with Uniontown Hospital, West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc, United Hospital Center, Inc, Wheeling Hospital, Inc and Camden Clark Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Howell was last updated on April 13, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.