James Howell, DO
NPI 1134315443 · Family Medicine Physician · Defuniak Springs, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Howell, DO is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Defuniak Springs, FL (NPI 1134315443).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134315443
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- OS7047 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Ambulatory Health Care Facilities
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
4,175 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,675 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 796 | $124 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 472 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 248 | $14 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 165 | $126 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 114 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 235 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 799 | 155 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 707 | 96 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 703 | 115 |
| Gabapentin | 636 | 115 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 562 | 56 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 536 | 59 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$999 across 55 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
- 2007-09-20
- Last updated
- 2026-06-01
- Certified
- 2026-06-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Howell's NPI number?
- James Howell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134315443, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Howell's specialty?
- James Howell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Howell located?
- James Howell's practice location on file with NPPES is 21 W Main Ave, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435-2529.
- What is James Howell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Howell is (850) 892-2888.
- Does James Howell accept Medicare?
- James Howell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Howell's NPI active?
- Yes — James Howell's NPI (1134315443) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-06-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.