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DR. JAMES R HOWARD MD
NPI 1881654408
Emergency Medicine in El Paso, TX

Active since March 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.54/100
CMS Quality Rating
10301 GATEWAY BLVD W, EL PASO, TX 79925(915) 595-9000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 5, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. James R Howard Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES R HOWARD MD (NPI 1881654408) is an individual emergency medicine provider in El Paso, Texas, licensed in Texas (E8572) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Las Palmas Medical Center A Campus Of Lpds Healthc, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (1977).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881654408
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES R HOWARDCredential: MD
Location Address10301 GATEWAY BLVD WEl Paso, TX 79925-7701
Mailing AddressPo Box 201606Dallas, TX 75320-1606 · (972) 758-3598
Phone(915) 595-9000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 1977
Enumeration DateMarch 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 5, 2007
✔ NPI 1881654408 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · E8572
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
10301 GATEWAY BLVD W, El Paso, TX 79925
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid000U0204NM
Medicare UPIND97412TX
Medicare PIN8G5076TX
OtherP00323538TX · Railroad
Other8U7988TX · Bcbs

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan 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

Dr. James R Howard 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 ID840248688
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050107000521
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 4

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.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
75 services75 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
52 services51 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
17 services17 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Las Palmas Medical Center A Campus Of Lpds Healthc

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450107
Location1801 North Oregon StreetEl Paso, TX 79902 · El Paso County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Big Bend Regional Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Alpine, TX
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number451378
Location2600 Highway 118 NorthAlpine, TX 79830 · Brewster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 79925 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

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.

85.54/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality67.57
Improvement Activities40

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.

WEST STAR ANESTHESIA SERVICES PA
Anesthesiology
10301 GATEWAY BLVD W
EL PASO, TX 79925
El Paso County (915) 779-1716
DR. SIROUS N PARTOVI MD
Emergency Medicine
10301 GATEWAY BLVD W
EL PASO, TX 79925
El Paso County (915) 595-9000
EL PASO HEALTHCARE SYSTEM LTD
General Acute Care Hospital
10301 GATEWAY BLVD W
EL PASO, TX 79925
El Paso County (915) 595-9000
SYLVESTER D PHIFER M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
10301 GATEWAY BLVD W
EL PASO, TX 79925
El Paso County (915) 535-9275
TERRI DOTSON LOVE NNP
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
10301 GATEWAY BLVD W
EL PASO, TX 79925
El Paso County (915) 595-9628
EL PASO IMAGING CONSULTANTS PA
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
10301 GATEWAY BLVD W, ATTN: RADIOLOGY DEPT
EL PASO, TX 79925
El Paso County (915) 595-9000
EL PASO ACUTE TRAUMA SPECIALISTS PLLC
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
10301 GATEWAY BLVD W
EL PASO, TX 79925
El Paso County (915) 594-1000
MISS SELAYNE C TRIPLETT CST/CFA
Specialist/Technologist, Other (Surgical Assistant)
10301 GATEWAY BLVD W
EL PASO, TX 79925
El Paso County (915) 595-9000

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 James Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Howard is 1881654408. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 27, 2006.

Where is James Howard located?

James Howard practices at 10301 Gateway Blvd W, El Paso, TX 79925. The listed phone number is (915) 595-9000.

What is James Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is James Howard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James 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.

What insurance does James Howard accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan and Oscar Insurance Company list James 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 James Howard affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Howard is affiliated with Las Palmas Medical Center A Campus Of Lpds Healthc and Big Bend Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Howard was last updated on December 5, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.