Thomas Howard, M.D.
NPI 1609872803 · Family Medicine Physician · Pawleys Island, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Howard, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Pawleys Island, SC (NPI 1609872803).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609872803
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 29544 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
21 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
4,769 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 | 808 | $120 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 482 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 459 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 442 | $13 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 424 | $8 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 236 | $77 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 71 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 323 | 98 |
| Valsartan | 240 | 59 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 200 | 48 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 162 | 50 |
| Lisinopril | 160 | 46 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 154 | 41 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$79 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
- 2005-06-22
- Last updated
- 2024-12-16
- Certified
- 2024-12-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Howard's NPI number?
- Thomas Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609872803, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Howard's specialty?
- Thomas Howard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Howard located?
- Thomas Howard's practice location on file with NPPES is 11405 Ocean Hwy, Pawleys Island, SC 29585-8339.
- What is Thomas Howard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Howard is (843) 979-4006.
- Does Thomas Howard accept Medicare?
- Thomas Howard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Howard's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Howard's NPI (1609872803) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.