Howard Salomons, M.D.
NPI 1538184833 · Gastroenterology Physician · Taunton, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Salomons, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Taunton, MA (NPI 1538184833).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538184833
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 73507 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
825 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 147 | $247 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 141 | $130 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High RiskG0105 | 86 | $177 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 71 | $91 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 67 | $158 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 257 | 83 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 116 | 23 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 104 | 33 |
| Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropinebrand: Diphenoxylate-Atropine | 71 | 18 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 50 | 12 |
| Famotidine | 34 | 12 |
| Lansoprazole | 31 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-13
- Last updated
- 2010-06-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Salomons's NPI number?
- Howard Salomons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538184833, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Salomons's specialty?
- Howard Salomons is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Salomons located?
- Howard Salomons's practice location on file with NPPES is 35 Summer St, Taunton, MA 02780-3469.
- What is Howard Salomons's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Salomons is (508) 821-4100.
- Does Howard Salomons accept Medicare?
- Howard Salomons is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Salomons's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Salomons's NPI (1538184833) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-06-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.