John Howland, M.D.
NPI 1598708687 · Family Medicine Physician · Southbridge, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Howland, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Southbridge, MA (NPI 1598708687).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598708687
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 59603 (MA)
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
433 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 | 229 | $125 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 76 | $91 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 48 | $33 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 32 | $126 |
| Annual Wellness Visit; Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Initial VisitG0438 | 24 | $171 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 84 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 289 | 95 |
| Lisinopril | 220 | 79 |
| Gabapentin | 215 | 49 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 214 | 65 |
| Metformin Hcl | 143 | 46 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 116 | 35 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15 across 1 record (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
- 2006-06-14
- Last updated
- 2023-11-14
- Certified
- 2023-11-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Howland's NPI number?
- John Howland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598708687, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Howland's specialty?
- John Howland is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Howland located?
- John Howland's practice location on file with NPPES is 141 Main St, Southbridge, MA 01550-2524.
- What is John Howland's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Howland is (508) 764-9800.
- Does John Howland accept Medicare?
- John Howland is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Howland's NPI active?
- Yes — John Howland's NPI (1598708687) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.