Howard Loveless, M.D.
NPI 1467427757 · Otolaryngology Physician · New Bern, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Loveless, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in New Bern, NC (NPI 1467427757).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1467427757
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2015-00131 (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
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
1,465 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 506 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 426 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 123 | $53 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 98 | $121 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 92 | $104 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 244 | 59 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 152 | 54 |
| Pentoxifylline | 55 | 18 |
| Prednisone | 52 | 43 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 36 | 12 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 32 | 12 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 31 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$596 across 20 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
- 2006-02-21
- Last updated
- 2017-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Loveless's NPI number?
- Howard Loveless's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467427757, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Loveless's specialty?
- Howard Loveless is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Loveless located?
- Howard Loveless's practice location on file with NPPES is 3110 Wellons Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562-5247.
- What is Howard Loveless's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Loveless is (252) 638-2515.
- Does Howard Loveless accept Medicare?
- Howard Loveless is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Loveless's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Loveless's NPI (1467427757) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.