DR. JOSEPH HOWELLS D.O
NPI 1861837304
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA

Active since May 09, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
9040 JACKSON AVE, JOINT BASE LEWIS MCCHORD, WA 98431(253) 968-0208 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 11, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 11, 2023, Mar 15, 2021, Jan 29, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Joseph Howells D.o NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH HOWELLS D.O (NPI 1861837304) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, Washington, licensed in Michigan (5101021474) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital, and is a graduate of Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861837304
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH HOWELLSCredential: D.O
Location Address9040 JACKSON AVEJoint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA 98431-1000
Mailing Address9040 Jackson AveTacoma, WA 98431-0001 · (253) 968-3885
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMay 9, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 11, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 11, 2023
NPI 1861837304 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0003X
License Licensed in MI · 5101021474
Definition
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
9040 JACKSON AVE, Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA 98431

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Joseph Howells D.o 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 ID1052533684
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231215003126
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 2

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 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.
27 services16 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.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cadillac, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number230081
Location400 Hobart StCadillac, MI 49601 · Wexford County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Munson Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Traverse City, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230097
Location1105 Sixth StreetTraverse City, MI 49684 · Grand Traverse County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Frankfort, MI
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number231300
Location224 Park AvenueFrankfort, MI 49635 · Benzie County
Emergency services

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Kalkaska, MI
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number231301
Location419 S CoralKalkaska, MI 49646 · Kalkaska County
Emergency services

Charlevoix Area Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Charlevoix, MI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number231322
Location14700 Lakeshore DriveCharlevoix, MI 49720 · Charlevoix County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98431 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
$172.80 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $43.20 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$100.78 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Psychologist (Clinical)
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Physical Therapist
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Anesthesiology
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
General Practice
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
General Practice
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431

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 Joseph Howells's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Howells is 1861837304. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 9, 2013.

Where is Joseph Howells located?

Joseph Howells practices at 9040 Jackson Ave, Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA 98431. The listed phone number is (253) 968-0208.

What is Joseph Howells's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Joseph Howells enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Howells 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 Joseph Howells accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, McLaren Health Plan Community and Priority Health list Joseph Howells 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 Joseph Howells affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Howells is affiliated with Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital, Munson Medical Center, Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital, Kalkaska Memorial Health Center and Charlevoix Area Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Howells was last updated on December 11, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.