David Howe, MD
NPI 1457324659 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Winston Salem, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Howe, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Winston Salem, NC (NPI 1457324659).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457324659
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 26864 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
1,975 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 456 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 259 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 233 | $87 |
| Musculoskeletal Surgical Navigational Orthopedic Operation Using Imaging Guidance0055T | 228 | $132 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 167 | $45 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 149 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | 288 | 182 |
| Gabapentin | 110 | 54 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 90 | 69 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 65 | 45 |
| Celecoxib | 53 | 27 |
| Meloxicam | 33 | 13 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 32 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$51,392 across 49 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
- 2006-02-08
- Last updated
- 2014-06-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Howe's NPI number?
- David Howe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457324659, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Howe's specialty?
- David Howe is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Howe located?
- David Howe's practice location on file with NPPES is 170 Kimel Park Dr, Winston Salem, NC 27103-6946.
- What is David Howe's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Howe is (704) 323-2000.
- Does David Howe accept Medicare?
- David Howe is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Howe's NPI active?
- Yes — David Howe's NPI (1457324659) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-06-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.