Nancy Howden, MD
NPI 1538133186 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nancy Howden, MD is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1538133186).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538133186
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2005-01340 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician207VF0040XLicense 2005-01340 (NC)
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
2,241 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 718 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 410 | $88 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 169 | $160 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 142 | $123 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 92 | $133 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 379 | 227 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 220 | 69 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | 195 | 51 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 147 | 40 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 91 | 83 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 75 | 16 |
| Estrogens, Conjugatedbrand: Premarin | 58 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$268 across 13 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
- 2006-02-13
- Last updated
- 2026-05-07
- Certified
- 2026-05-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nancy Howden's NPI number?
- Nancy Howden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538133186, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nancy Howden's specialty?
- Nancy Howden is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nancy Howden located?
- Nancy Howden's practice location on file with NPPES is 1815 Hendersonville Rd Ste 102, Asheville, NC 28803-3204.
- What is Nancy Howden's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nancy Howden is (828) 670-5665.
- Does Nancy Howden accept Medicare?
- Nancy Howden is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nancy Howden's NPI active?
- Yes — Nancy Howden's NPI (1538133186) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.