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RICHARD R. HOWELL MD
NPI 1790743722
Family Medicine in Florence, SC

Active since May 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
555 E CHEVES ST, FLORENCE, SC 29506(843) 777-2800(843) 777-2810 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 10, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Richard R. Howell Md NPPES

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

RICHARD R. HOWELL MD (NPI 1790743722) is an individual family medicine provider in Florence, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (12108) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center-pee Dee, and is a graduate of Other (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790743722
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD R. HOWELLCredential: MD
Location Address555 E CHEVES STFlorence, SC 29506-2617
Mailing AddressPo Box 100567Florence, SC 29501-0567 · (843) 777-2800 · Fax (843) 777-2810
Phone(843) 777-2800
Fax(843) 777-2810
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateMay 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 10, 2013
✔ NPI 1790743722 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 12108
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
555 E CHEVES ST, Florence, SC 29506
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPIND17584SC
Medicaid121086SC
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified5819SC · Group Number

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina 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

Richard R. Howell 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 ID4789634619
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050127000728
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 10

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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
231 services54 patients
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 services106 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.
112 services52 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.
109 services33 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
49 services36 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
37 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee

Acute Care Hospitals · Florence, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420051
Location555 E Cheves St Box 8700Florence, SC 29506 · Florence County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Musc Health Florence Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Florence, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number420091
Location805 Pamplico Hwy Box 100550Florence, SC 29505 · Florence County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29506 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
$83.18 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $20.79 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

MR. MICHAEL EUGENE MONTROSE OTR
Occupational Therapist
555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506
Florence County (843) 777-6714
JACKIE MCLEAN PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506
Florence County (843) 777-2250
MRS. CALLIE HANSON CARPENTER F.N.P
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506
Florence County (843) 777-2000
DR. SATYA DATLA M.D.
Internal Medicine
555 E CHEVES ST, MCLEOD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
FLORENCE, SC 29506
Florence County (248) 990-5955
SOMER PYE PHARMD
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506
Florence County (843) 777-2000
KAITLYN GANNON PA-C
Physician Assistant
555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506
Florence County (843) 777-2000
MS. RACHEL BOWEN CAULDER CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506
Florence County (843) 661-6215
MR. SCOTT GREGORY SAYLOR CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506
Florence County (843) 777-8752

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 Richard Howell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Howell is 1790743722. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 1, 2006.

Where is Richard Howell located?

Richard Howell practices at 555 E Cheves St, Florence, SC 29506. The listed phone number is (843) 777-2800.

What is Richard Howell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Richard Howell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard 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 Richard Howell accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, InStil Health and Molina Healthcare list Richard 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 Richard Howell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Howell is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee and Musc Health Florence Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Howell was last updated on January 10, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.