Chris Howard, D.O.
NPI 1467469775 · Family Medicine Physician · Christiansburg, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chris Howard, D.O. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Christiansburg, VA (NPI 1467469775).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1467469775
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0102202124 (VA)
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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
445 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 223 | $87 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 86 | $105 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 50 | $30 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay Technique for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus and Influenza87428 | 47 | $68 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 27 | $118 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 12 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 86 | 85 |
| Methylprednisolone | 63 | 62 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 61 | 61 |
| Cephalexin | 50 | 50 |
| Azithromycin | 37 | 37 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 37 | 37 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 37 | 37 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-01
- Last updated
- 2023-07-21
- Certified
- 2023-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chris Howard's NPI number?
- Chris Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467469775, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chris Howard's specialty?
- Chris Howard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chris Howard located?
- Chris Howard's practice location on file with NPPES is 434 Peppers Fry Rd Nw, Christiansburg, VA 24073-5780.
- What is Chris Howard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chris Howard is (540) 382-6000.
- Does Chris Howard accept Medicare?
- Chris Howard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chris Howard's NPI active?
- Yes — Chris Howard's NPI (1467469775) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.