Howard Gerber, M.D.
NPI 1003876285 · Dermatology Physician · Bellaire, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Gerber, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Bellaire, TX (NPI 1003876285).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003876285
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H4347 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
7,775 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 2,805 | $70 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,863 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 965 | $91 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 549 | $54 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 293 | $90 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 103 | 53 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 93 | 74 |
| Mupirocin | 51 | 43 |
| Hydrocortisone | 35 | 28 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 28 | — |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 22 | 15 |
| Ciclopirox Olaminebrand: Ciclopirox | 20 | 15 |
| Minoxidil |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,291 across 99 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-23
- Last updated
- 2014-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Gerber's NPI number?
- Howard Gerber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003876285, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Gerber's specialty?
- Howard Gerber is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Gerber located?
- Howard Gerber's practice location on file with NPPES is 6565 West Loop S, Bellaire, TX 77401-3500.
- What is Howard Gerber's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Gerber is (713) 661-4383.
- Does Howard Gerber accept Medicare?
- Howard Gerber is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Gerber's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Gerber's NPI (1003876285) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.