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MARK WILLARD HOWARD MD
NPI 1982624128
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine in Monterey, CA

Active since July 20, 2006PECOS Enrolled
30/100
CMS Quality Rating
12 UPPER RAGSDALE DR, MONTEREY, CA 93940(831) 648-7200(831) 648-7204 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 9, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 9, 2021, Jul 28, 2021, May 10, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Mark Willard Howard Md NPPES

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

MARK WILLARD HOWARD MD (NPI 1982624128) is an individual orthopaedic surgery of the spine provider in Monterey, California, licensed in California (G58286) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains a secondary practice location in Monterey.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982624128
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0117X
Provider Legal NameMARK WILLARD HOWARDCredential: MD
Location Address12 UPPER RAGSDALE DRMonterey, CA 93940-5730
Mailing Address12 Upper Ragsdale DrMonterey, CA 93940-5730 · (831) 648-7200 · Fax (831) 648-7204
Phone(831) 648-7200
Fax(831) 648-7204
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJuly 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 9, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 9, 2021
✔ NPI 1982624128 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Orthopaedic Surgery of the SpineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0117X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G58286
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License G58286 (CA)
12 UPPER RAGSDALE DR, Monterey, CA 93940
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 121 Lower Ragsdale DrMonterey, CA 93940-5740 · Phone (831) 648-7200 · Fax (831) 648-7204

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Mark Willard Howard Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Mark Howard reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Monterey Spine & Joint PC
Same address
Orthopaedic Surgery
12 UPPER RAGSDALE DR
Monterey, CA 93940
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 132 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1881620599 (831) 648-7200
Pinnacle Medical Group, Inc.
11 mi
Urgent Care
2 ROSSI CIR
Salinas, CA 93907
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 18 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1669557930 (831) 770-0444
Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation
371 mi
Emergency Medicine
7901 FROST ST
San Diego, CA 92123
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,437 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1437103942 (858) 939-3400

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 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.

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
304 services69 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.
134 services109 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.
78 services73 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
75 services68 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.
54 services54 patients
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030
An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.
51 services38 patients

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.

30/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Promoting Interoperability0
Improvement Activities0
Cost100

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
1%603 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
9%1,951 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
76%221 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
2%774 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
4%1,144 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
23%1,091 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 5% · 403 patients
12%403 patients
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
25%1,144 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
25%1,144 patients2/55-star benchmark: 89%
Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
Percentage of the following patients - all considered at high risk of cardiovascular events - who were prescribed or were on statin therapy during the measurement period: - Adults aged >= 21 years who were previously diagnosed with or currently have an active…
44%77 patients2/55-star benchmark: 89%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 1% · 327 patients
3%327 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

MONTAGE PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES
Clinic/Center
12 UPPER RAGSDALE DR
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 242-3080
DR. SOHRAB GOLLOGLY M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine)
12 UPPER RAGSDALE DR
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 648-7200
AVERY CARR-BOYD NILSEN PT
Physical Therapist
12 UPPER RAGSDALE DR, SUITE B
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 375-1562
GABRIEL ANDREW MEAD DPT
Physical Therapist
12 UPPER RAGSDALE DR
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (540) 664-9993
SCOTT D SMITH DPM
Podiatrist
12 UPPER RAGSDALE DR
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 648-7200
DR. MARK CHRISTOPHER HOWARD M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
12 UPPER RAGSDALE DR
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 648-7200
CHRISTOPHER M MECKEL MD PC
Orthopaedic Surgery
12 UPPER RAGSDALE DR
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 648-7200
GARY J. CHANG M.D.
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
12 UPPER RAGSDALE DR
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 648-7200

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 Mark Howard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mark Howard is 1982624128. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 20, 2006.

Where is Mark Howard located?

Mark Howard practices at 12 Upper Ragsdale Dr, Monterey, CA 93940. The listed phone number is (831) 648-7200.

What is Mark Howard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine, with taxonomy code 207XS0117X.

Is Mark Howard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mark Howard is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Mark Howard's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Mark Howard reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Monterey Spine & Joint PC (Monterey, CA), Pinnacle Medical Group, Inc. (Salinas, CA) and Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation (San Diego, CA). 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 Mark Howard's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Mark Howard was last updated on November 9, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.