Michael Howard, M.D.
NPI 1568586550 · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Plano, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Howard, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician provider in Plano, TX (NPI 1568586550).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568586550
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Hand Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35085318 (OH)
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
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
2,535 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 | 850 | $118 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 765 | $32 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 300 | $62 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 191 | $155 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 102 | $85 |
| X-Ray of Elbow, Minimum of 3 Views73080 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 210 | 125 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 194 | 137 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 181 | 139 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 59 | 57 |
| Cephalexin | 43 | 33 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 38 | 23 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$589 across 16 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
- 2007-03-17
- Last updated
- 2018-01-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Howard's NPI number?
- Michael Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568586550, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Howard's specialty?
- Michael Howard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Howard located?
- Michael Howard's practice location on file with NPPES is 5228 W Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093-5005.
- What is Michael Howard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Howard is (972) 250-5700.
- Does Michael Howard accept Medicare?
- Michael Howard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Howard's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Howard's NPI (1568586550) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-01-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.