Paul Howard, MD
NPI 1750336244 · Otolaryngology Physician · Kamuela, HI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Howard, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Kamuela, HI (NPI 1750336244).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1750336244
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 18051 (HI)
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
365 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 | 177 | $115 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 58 | $100 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 37 | $77 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 25 | $33 |
| Test for Balance and Posture92548 | 15 | $42 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 14 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Montelukast Sodium | 324 | 89 |
| Flunisolide | 213 | 87 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 197 | 87 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 99 | 44 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 53 | 23 |
| Prednisone | 37 | 31 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 29 | 17 |
| Omeprazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16 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
- 2006-05-23
- Last updated
- 2015-09-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Howard's NPI number?
- Paul Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1750336244, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Howard's specialty?
- Paul Howard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Howard located?
- Paul Howard's practice location on file with NPPES is 64-1035 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kamuela, HI 96743-8440.
- What is Paul Howard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Howard is (808) 887-0706.
- Does Paul Howard accept Medicare?
- Paul Howard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Howard's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Howard's NPI (1750336244) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-09-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.