Charles Howe, MD
NPI 1568493096 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Anderson, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Howe, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Anderson, IN (NPI 1568493096).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568493096
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01031838A (IN)
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
19 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
614 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 | 358 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 128 | $83 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 44 | $155 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 30 | $90 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 26 | $101 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 1,184 | 142 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 349 | 48 |
| Gabapentin | 321 | 77 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 170 | 21 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 169 | 47 |
| Pregabalin | 127 | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$232 across 12 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
- 2006-07-05
- Last updated
- 2019-10-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Howe's NPI number?
- Charles Howe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568493096, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Howe's specialty?
- Charles Howe is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Howe located?
- Charles Howe's practice location on file with NPPES is 1210 Medical Arts Blvd Ste 114, Anderson, IN 46011-3442.
- What is Charles Howe's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Howe is (765) 298-4545.
- Does Charles Howe accept Medicare?
- Charles Howe is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Howe's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Howe's NPI (1568493096) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-10-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.