Christopher Howson, M.D.
NPI 1508129826 · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Green Bay, WI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Howson, M.D. is a Interventional Pain Medicine Physician provider in Green Bay, WI (NPI 1508129826).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508129826
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 65124 (WI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
14 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
1,175 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 | 323 | $118 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 103 | $145 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Or Steroid Into Joint Between Lower Spine and Hip Bone Using Imaging Guidance27096 | 84 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 75 | $83 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 74 | $88 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 376 | 129 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 302 | 101 |
| Pregabalin | 199 | 67 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 197 | 63 |
| Celecoxib | 123 | 57 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 103 | 33 |
| Tizanidine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15,210 across 52 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
- 2012-06-21
- Last updated
- 2026-04-28
- Certified
- 2026-04-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Howson's NPI number?
- Christopher Howson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508129826, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Howson's specialty?
- Christopher Howson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Howson located?
- Christopher Howson's practice location on file with NPPES is 2845 Greenbrier Rd, Green Bay, WI 54311-6519.
- What is Christopher Howson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Howson is (920) 288-8377.
- Does Christopher Howson accept Medicare?
- Christopher Howson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Howson's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Howson's NPI (1508129826) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.