Tamera Howell, MD
NPI 1174504773 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Blacksburg, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tamera Howell, MD is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Blacksburg, VA (NPI 1174504773).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174504773
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101-224122 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
787 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 143 | $173 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 138 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 138 | $124 |
| Cervical Or Vaginal Cancer Screening; Pelvic and Clinical Breast ExaminationG0101 | 130 | $38 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 82 | $214 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 872 | 380 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 200 | 62 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 197 | 50 |
| Estradiolbrand: Yuvafem | 73 | 33 |
| Tolterodine Tartratebrand: Tolterodine Tartrate Er | 59 | 21 |
| Fluconazole | 57 | 26 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 45 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,286 across 32 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
- 2005-11-10
- Last updated
- 2022-01-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tamera Howell's NPI number?
- Tamera Howell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174504773, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tamera Howell's specialty?
- Tamera Howell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tamera Howell located?
- Tamera Howell's practice location on file with NPPES is 1997 S Main St, Blacksburg, VA 24060-6635.
- What is Tamera Howell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tamera Howell is (540) 961-1058.
- Does Tamera Howell accept Medicare?
- Tamera Howell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tamera Howell's NPI active?
- Yes — Tamera Howell's NPI (1174504773) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.