Howard Bland, M.D.
NPI 1336156769 · Family Medicine Physician · Laguna Woods, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Bland, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Laguna Woods, CA (NPI 1336156769).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336156769
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A61709 (CA)
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
19 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
557 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 | 232 | $99 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 180 | $136 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 61 | $140 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 28 | $16 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 26 | $95 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 125 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 311 | 97 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 270 | 44 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 229 | 70 |
| Losartan Potassium | 197 | 72 |
| Alprazolam | 184 | 34 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 162 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$30 across 1 record (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)
- 1198 Pacific Coast Hwy Ste ISeal Beach, CA 90740-6248Phone: (562) 799-7071Fax: (562) 594-5627
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-01
- Last updated
- 2026-01-21
- Certified
- 2026-01-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Bland's NPI number?
- Howard Bland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336156769, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Bland's specialty?
- Howard Bland is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Bland located?
- Howard Bland's practice location on file with NPPES is 24331 El Toro Rd Ste 330, Laguna Woods, CA 92637-2754.
- What is Howard Bland's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Bland is (949) 716-0833.
- Does Howard Bland accept Medicare?
- Howard Bland is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Bland's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Bland's NPI (1336156769) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.