JOHN DAVID HOW M.D.
NPI 1861613515
General Practice in Encinitas, CA

Active since May 01, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
285 N EL CAMINO REAL STE 117-118, ENCINITAS, CA 92024(760) 259-2396 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 14, 2025, Nov 5, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About John David How M.d. NPPES

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

JOHN DAVID HOW M.D. (NPI 1861613515) is an individual general practice provider in Encinitas, California, licensed in California (A101876) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Loma Linda University School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861613515
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208D00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN DAVID HOWCredential: M.D.
Location Address285 N EL CAMINO REAL STE 117-118Encinitas, CA 92024-5383
Mailing Address285 N El Camino Real Ste 117-118Encinitas, CA 92024-5383 · (760) 259-2396
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLoma Linda University School Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateMay 1, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 14, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 14, 2025
NPI 1861613515 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyGeneral PracticeAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208D00000X
License Licensed in CA · A101876
Definition

A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions. Source: National Uniform Claim Committee

Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License A101876 (CA)
285 N EL CAMINO REAL STE 117-118, Encinitas, CA 92024

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

John David How 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 ID9234220229
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080527000286
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 9

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.

Unclassified drugs J3490
Unclassified drugs are medications that don't fit into an existing category or class due to their unique properties or uses. They may be used for various conditions and their effects may differ widely. Always ask your healthcare provider for more information about these drugs.
146 services19 patients
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes 97140
This therapy involves using hands-on techniques to help improve your body's movement and function. These techniques may include stretching, resistance exercises, or gentle pressure. Each session lasts 15 minutes and aims to relieve pain, promote healing, and improve your overall health.
111 services17 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch 64450
This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic agent or steroid into a specific nerve or its branch. The goal is to relieve pain by reducing inflammation and numbing the area. It is commonly used for chronic pain management. The process is safe and usually quick.
51 services14 patients
Limited ultrasound scan of joint or other extremity structure except blood vessels 76882
A limited ultrasound scan of a joint or other extremity structure lacking blood vessels is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of the inside of your body. This helps in diagnosing and monitoring conditions related to your joints or other similar structures.
33 services29 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.
28 services25 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.
26 services23 patients

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 John How's NPI number?

The NPI number for John How is 1861613515. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 1, 2007.

Where is John How located?

John How practices at 285 N El Camino Real Ste 117-118, Encinitas, CA 92024. The listed phone number is (760) 259-2396.

What is John How's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is General Practice with taxonomy code 208D00000X.

Is John How enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John How 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John How was last updated on November 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.