Laura Howe, M.D.
NPI 1245678648 · Rheumatology Physician · Greeley, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laura Howe, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Greeley, CO (NPI 1245678648).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245678648
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R73974 (AZ)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,645 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 574 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 350 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 336 | $128 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 115 | $15 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 106 | $129 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, Each Additional Hour |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 58 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 624 | 197 |
| Prednisone | 578 | 192 |
| Leflunomide | 489 | 165 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 460 | 117 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 256 | 42 |
| Apremilastbrand: Otezla | 251 | 37 |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$643 across 41 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1675 18th Ave Ste 3Greeley, CO 80631Phone: (970) 392-4768Fax: (970) 350-2433
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-06-06
- Last updated
- 2019-08-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laura Howe's NPI number?
- Laura Howe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245678648, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laura Howe's specialty?
- Laura Howe is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Laura Howe located?
- Laura Howe's practice location on file with NPPES is 6767 29th St Fl 2, Greeley, CO 80634-5474.
- What is Laura Howe's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laura Howe is (970) 652-2333.
- Does Laura Howe accept Medicare?
- Laura Howe is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laura Howe's NPI active?
- Yes — Laura Howe's NPI (1245678648) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-08-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.