SHELLY HOWARD NP-C
NPI 1962784603
Nurse Practitioner - Adult Health in Bristol, TN

Q: What is Shelly Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shelly Howard is 1962784603. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 19, 2011.

Q: What is Shelly Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Adult Health, with taxonomy code 363LA2200X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shelly Howard was last updated on April 7, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months 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.

Active since September 19, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3183 W STATE ST STE 1201, BRISTOL, TN 37620(423) 764-0987 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 7, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

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About Shelly Howard Np-c NPPES

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

SHELLY HOWARD NP-C (NPI 1962784603) is an individual adult health provider in Bristol, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (16116) and active in the NPI registry since September 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Johnson City.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962784603

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LA2200X

Provider Legal NameSHELLY HOWARDCredential: NP-C

Location Address3183 W STATE ST STE 1201Bristol, TN 37620-1713

Mailing Address1021 W Oakland Ave Ste 310Johnson City, TN 37604-2192 · (423) 952-2111

Phone(423) 764-0987

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011

Enumeration DateSeptember 19, 2011

Last NPPES UpdateApril 7, 2026

NPPES CertifiedApril 7, 2026

✔ NPI 1962784603 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Adult HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363LA2200X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 16116

3183 W STATE ST STE 1201, Bristol, TN 37620

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11321 Sunset Drive, Suite 11Johnson City, TN 37604 · Phone (423) 928-6174 · Fax (423) 926-2258

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.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

Shelly Howard Np-c 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 ID4880866805

PECOS Enrollment IDI20111017000108

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

Medicare enrollment records show Shelly Howard reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Wellmont Medical Associates Inc

1.0 mi

Pulmonary Disease

350 BLOUNTVILLE HWY STE 106
Bristol, TN 37620

Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
861 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1780986257 (423) 968-2446

Tri State Mountain Neurology Associates PC

20 mi

Neurology

1321 SUNSET DRIVE, SUITE 11
Johnson City, TN 37604

Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
5 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1801823638 (423) 928-6174

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 3

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.

359 services157 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.

57 services57 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.

31 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Bristol, TN

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number440012

LocationOne Medical Park BlvdBristol, TN 37620 · Sullivan County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sycamore Shoals Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Elizabethton, TN

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number440018

Location1501 West Elk AvenueElizabethton, TN 37643 · Carter County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37620 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

$81.53 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$93.60 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

2 suppliers13 claims13 services$91.50 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. ADAM BAYNE SARAYUSA MD

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

3183 W STATE ST STE 1201
BRISTOL, TN 37620

Sullivan County (423) 764-0987

DR. KRISTIE J NIES PH.D.

Clinical Neuropsychologist

3183 W STATE ST STE 1201
BRISTOL, TN 37620

Sullivan County (423) 764-0987

KARA MARIE HILL FNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

3183 W STATE ST STE 1201
BRISTOL, TN 37620

Sullivan County (423) 764-0987

KELLY H. PAYNE FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

3183 W STATE ST STE 1201
BRISTOL, TN 37620

Sullivan County (423) 764-0987

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 Shelly Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shelly Howard is 1962784603. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 19, 2011.

Where is Shelly Howard located?

Shelly Howard practices at 3183 W State St Ste 1201, Bristol, TN 37620. The listed phone number is (423) 764-0987.

What is Shelly Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Adult Health, with taxonomy code 363LA2200X.

Is Shelly Howard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shelly 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 Shelly Howard's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Shelly Howard reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Wellmont Medical Associates Inc (Bristol, TN) and Tri State Mountain Neurology Associates PC (Johnson City, TN). 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 Shelly Howard's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Shelly Howard accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee and 3 other insurers list Shelly 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 Shelly Howard affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shelly Howard is affiliated with Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center and Sycamore Shoals Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shelly Howard was last updated on April 7, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months 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.