Desztini Howard, MD
NPI 1689202707 · Family Medicine Physician · Blue Springs, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Desztini Howard, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Blue Springs, MO (NPI 1689202707).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689202707
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 2023033193 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
6 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
375 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 156 | $104 |
| 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'SG2211 | 49 | $16 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 47 | $93 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 22 | $161 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 21 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 67 | 32 |
| Lisinopril | 61 | 25 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 60 | 23 |
| Gabapentin | 48 | 22 |
| Losartan Potassium | 47 | 19 |
| Omeprazole | 39 | 18 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2020-04-01
- Last updated
- 2024-01-16
- Certified
- 2024-01-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Desztini Howard's NPI number?
- Desztini Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689202707, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Desztini Howard's specialty?
- Desztini Howard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Desztini Howard located?
- Desztini Howard's practice location on file with NPPES is 600 Ne Adams Dairy Pkwy, Blue Springs, MO 64014-5493.
- What is Desztini Howard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Desztini Howard is (816) 251-6100.
- Does Desztini Howard accept Medicare?
- Desztini Howard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Desztini Howard's NPI active?
- Yes — Desztini Howard's NPI (1689202707) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.