Howard Ruscetti, MD
NPI 1730281924 · Family Medicine Physician · Carolina Beach, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Ruscetti, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Carolina Beach, NC (NPI 1730281924).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730281924
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200001427 (NC)
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
19 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
6,576 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 | 1,228 | $120 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 969 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 679 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 639 | $13 |
| 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 | 601 | $15 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 126 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 544 | 162 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 464 | 132 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 422 | 120 |
| Lisinopril | 373 | 109 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 311 | 89 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 296 | 85 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-01
- Last updated
- 2014-08-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Ruscetti's NPI number?
- Howard Ruscetti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730281924, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Ruscetti's specialty?
- Howard Ruscetti is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Ruscetti located?
- Howard Ruscetti's practice location on file with NPPES is 1300 Bridge Barrier Rd Ste 2, Carolina Beach, NC 28428-3939.
- What is Howard Ruscetti's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Ruscetti is (910) 458-4101.
- Does Howard Ruscetti accept Medicare?
- Howard Ruscetti is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Ruscetti's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Ruscetti's NPI (1730281924) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-08-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.