Eric Howell
NPI 1285834788 · Dermatology Physician · Greenville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Howell is a Dermatology Physician provider in Greenville, NC (NPI 1285834788).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285834788
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2008-00924 (NC)
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
18 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
9,645 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 4,581 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,934 | $86 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 1,300 | $57 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 355 | $53 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 240 | $105 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 48 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 311 | 158 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 280 | 179 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 265 | 163 |
| Ketoconazole | 157 | 89 |
| Fluorouracil | 153 | 140 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 150 | 25 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 133 | 31 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 112 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$536 across 34 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
- 2007-07-23
- Last updated
- 2009-06-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Howell's NPI number?
- Eric Howell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285834788, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Howell's specialty?
- Eric Howell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Eric Howell located?
- Eric Howell's practice location on file with NPPES is 420 Spring Forest Rd, Greenville, NC 27834-7244.
- What is Eric Howell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Howell is (252) 752-4124.
- Does Eric Howell accept Medicare?
- Eric Howell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Howell's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Howell's NPI (1285834788) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-06-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.