Howard Kurz, MD
NPI 1215968730 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Saint Louis, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Kurz, MD is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Saint Louis, MO (NPI 1215968730).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215968730
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R7F85 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
19 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
174 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 | 58 | $87 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 40 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 26 | $123 |
| Insertion of Tube in Left Lower Heart Chamber and Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist93458 | 23 | $250 |
| Ultrasound Evaluation of Heart Blood Vessel Or Graft With Review By Radiologist, Initial Vessel92978 | 15 | $89 |
| Ultrasound Evaluation of Heart Blood Vessel During Diagnosis Or Treatment, Initial Vessel |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 314 | 97 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 256 | 76 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 221 | 65 |
| Carvedilol | 205 | 61 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 186 | 46 |
| Furosemide | 172 | 55 |
| Losartan Potassium | 145 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,077 across 9 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
- 2006-07-05
- Last updated
- 2024-04-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Kurz's NPI number?
- Howard Kurz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215968730, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Kurz's specialty?
- Howard Kurz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Kurz located?
- Howard Kurz's practice location on file with NPPES is 4921 Parkview Pl, Saint Louis, MO 63110-1032.
- What is Howard Kurz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Kurz is (314) 362-1291.
- Does Howard Kurz accept Medicare?
- Howard Kurz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Kurz's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Kurz's NPI (1215968730) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.