Howard Kroop, M.D.
NPI 1427027614 · Gastroenterology Physician · Phila, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Kroop, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Phila, PA (NPI 1427027614).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427027614
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD014474E (PA)
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
853 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 264 | $134 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 157 | $176 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 95 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 78 | $95 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 73 | $260 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 293 | 98 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 278 | 94 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 126 | 39 |
| Famotidine | 116 | 43 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 107 | 27 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 95 | 26 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 70 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$458 across 30 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
- 2006-03-17
- Last updated
- 2024-10-28
- Certified
- 2024-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Kroop's NPI number?
- Howard Kroop's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427027614, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Kroop's specialty?
- Howard Kroop is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Kroop located?
- Howard Kroop's practice location on file with NPPES is 1101 Chestnut St, Phila, PA 19107-3612.
- What is Howard Kroop's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Kroop is (215) 955-8900.
- Does Howard Kroop accept Medicare?
- Howard Kroop is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Kroop's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Kroop's NPI (1427027614) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.