Howard Farrell, MD
NPI 1255323614 · Otolaryngology Physician · Florence, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Farrell, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Florence, SC (NPI 1255323614).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255323614
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 19910 (SC)
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
4,229 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 1,011 | $40 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 851 | $84 |
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 552 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 456 | $118 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 264 | $113 |
| Professional Service for Single Injection of Allergen95115 | 194 | $9 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 461 | 250 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 179 | 60 |
| Ofloxacin | 146 | 100 |
| Cefdinir | 123 | 109 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 100 | 63 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 89 | 57 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 39 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$124 across 4 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
- 2005-08-22
- Last updated
- 2017-11-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Farrell's NPI number?
- Howard Farrell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255323614, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Farrell's specialty?
- Howard Farrell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Farrell located?
- Howard Farrell's practice location on file with NPPES is 1521 Mclure Ct, Florence, SC 29505-6174.
- What is Howard Farrell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Farrell is (843) 665-2900.
- Does Howard Farrell accept Medicare?
- Howard Farrell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Farrell's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Farrell's NPI (1255323614) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-11-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.