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TRENT HOWARD DO
NPI 1851686091
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Vestavia, AL

Active since June 16, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.03/100
CMS Quality Rating
2871 ACTON ROAD STE 100, VESTAVIA, AL 35243(205) 716-6900(205) 939-0293 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 24, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: May 24, 2018, May 18, 2018, Jun 14, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Trent Howard Do NPPES

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

TRENT HOWARD DO (NPI 1851686091) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Vestavia, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (DO.1817) and active in the NPI registry since June 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi, and maintains a secondary practice location in Iowa City.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851686091
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameTRENT HOWARDCredential: DO
Location Address2871 ACTON ROAD STE 100Vestavia, AL 35243
Mailing Address2871 Acton Road Ste 100Vestavia, AL 35243-2560 · (205) 716-6900 · Fax (205) 939-0293
Phone(205) 716-6900
Fax(205) 939-0293
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJune 16, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateMay 24, 20183 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1851686091 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AL · DO.1817✔ Licensed in IA · DO-04859
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
2871 ACTON ROAD STE 100, Vestavia, AL 35243
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1200 Hawkins Dr, Department of Cardiothoracic SurgeryIowa City, IA 52242-1009 · Phone (319) 512-5445

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, Oscar Insurance Company.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

Trent Howard Do 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 ID42114084
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180709003526
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 Trent Howard reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Stv Cardiothoracic Surgeons LLC
0.2 mi
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
3056 HEALTHY WAY STE 100
Birmingham, AL 35243
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 22 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1649624255 (205) 930-2925
Baptist Health Centers, LLC
37 mi
Family Medicine
320 COOSA ST E
Talladega, AL 35160
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 430 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1184688244 (256) 362-3636
Wiregrass Clinic LLC
170 mi
Neurological Surgery
4300 W MAIN ST, SUITE 21
Dothan, AL 36305
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 100 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1558657890 (334) 794-5000
Central Iowa Hospital Corporation
674 mi
Family Medicine
800 COLONIAL CIR, STE 200
Norwalk, IA 50211
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 545 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1659322410 (515) 285-3200

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 8

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
43 services43 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.
26 services25 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
22 services22 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
22 services22 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
17 services17 patients
Partial destruction and reconstruction of right upper heart chamber 33257
This procedure involves partially destroying and rebuilding the right upper chamber of your heart. It's done to correct irregular heart rhythms or other issues. It's a complex operation performed by expert heart surgeons to improve your heart's function.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi

Acute Care Hospitals · Des Moines, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160082
Location1200 Pleasant StreetDes Moines, IA 50309 · Polk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35243 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
$161.63 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $40.40 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

81.03/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality70.68
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost66.08

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 Trent Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Trent Howard is 1851686091. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2011.

Where is Trent Howard located?

Trent Howard practices at 2871 Acton Road Ste 100, Vestavia, AL 35243. The listed phone number is (205) 716-6900.

What is Trent Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Trent Howard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Trent 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 Trent Howard's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Trent Howard reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Stv Cardiothoracic Surgeons LLC (Birmingham, AL), Baptist Health Centers, LLC (Talladega, AL), Wiregrass Clinic LLC (Dothan, AL) and Central Iowa Hospital Corporation (Norwalk, IA). 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 Trent Howard's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Trent Howard accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska and Oscar Insurance Company list Trent 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 Trent Howard affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Trent Howard is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Trent Howard was last updated on May 24, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.