Richard Howells, M.D.
NPI 1720085814 · Otolaryngology Physician · Altoona, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Howells, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Altoona, PA (NPI 1720085814).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720085814
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD072771L (PA)
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
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
1,075 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 344 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 180 | $53 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 172 | $121 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 104 | $106 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 90 | $45 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 161 | 60 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 57 | 30 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 49 | 28 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 48 | 15 |
| Famotidine | 46 | 16 |
| Ofloxacin | 39 | 31 |
| Cevimeline Hcl | 34 | — |
| Mupirocin | 22 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$400 across 18 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
- 2005-07-05
- Last updated
- 2012-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Howells's NPI number?
- Richard Howells's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720085814, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Howells's specialty?
- Richard Howells is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Howells located?
- Richard Howells's practice location on file with NPPES is 3341 Beale Ave, Altoona, PA 16601-1549.
- What is Richard Howells's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Howells is (814) 944-5357.
- Does Richard Howells accept Medicare?
- Richard Howells is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Howells's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Howells's NPI (1720085814) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.