Ernest Howard, M.D.
NPI 1568449478 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Atlanta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ernest Howard, M.D. is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in Atlanta, GA (NPI 1568449478).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568449478
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 029003 (GA)
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
541 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 248 | $88 |
| Injection Into Tendon Or Ligament20550 | 75 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 74 | $117 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 39 | $97 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 33 | $52 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 1-2 Muscles20552 | 31 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 3,341 | 390 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 1,342 | 221 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 854 | 147 |
| Pregabalin | 685 | 125 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 650 | 95 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 409 | 67 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$523 across 28 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
- 2005-12-30
- Last updated
- 2024-03-04
- Certified
- 2024-03-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ernest Howard's NPI number?
- Ernest Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568449478, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ernest Howard's specialty?
- Ernest Howard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ernest Howard located?
- Ernest Howard's practice location on file with NPPES is 315 Boulevard Ne, Atlanta, GA 30312-1200.
- What is Ernest Howard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ernest Howard is (404) 659-5909.
- Does Ernest Howard accept Medicare?
- Ernest Howard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ernest Howard's NPI active?
- Yes — Ernest Howard's NPI (1568449478) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-03-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.