Sandra Howard, FNP
NPI 1184010340 · Family Medicine Physician · Walnut Ridge, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sandra Howard, FNP is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Walnut Ridge, AR (NPI 1184010340).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1184010340
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- FNP
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A0004428 (AR)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Agencies
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 100 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 277 | 79 |
| Gabapentin | 209 | 57 |
| Omeprazole | 197 | 51 |
| Lisinopril | 186 | 51 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 165 | 30 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 151 | 44 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 147 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$188 across 6 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
- 2015-04-14
- Last updated
- 2026-02-27
- Certified
- 2026-02-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sandra Howard's NPI number?
- Sandra Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184010340, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sandra Howard's specialty?
- Sandra Howard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sandra Howard located?
- Sandra Howard's practice location on file with NPPES is 1309 W Main St, Walnut Ridge, AR 72476-1430.
- What is Sandra Howard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sandra Howard is (870) 886-3211.
- Does Sandra Howard accept Medicare?
- Sandra Howard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sandra Howard's NPI active?
- Yes — Sandra Howard's NPI (1184010340) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.