Johnny Howton, M.D.
NPI 1790733038 · Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician · Waco, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Colorectal Surgery (proctology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Johnny Howton, M.D. is a Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician provider in Waco, TX (NPI 1790733038).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790733038
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Colon & Rectal Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- J0006 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
586 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Exam of Anus Using an Endoscope46600 | 115 | $110 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 114 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 113 | $86 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 98 | $235 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 37 | $123 |
| Removal of External Hemorrhoids By Rubber Banding46221 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocortisone | 58 | 24 |
| Hydrocortisonebrand: Procto-Med Hc | 37 | 19 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 33 | 29 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 32 | 25 |
| Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropinebrand: Diphenoxylate-Atropine | 30 | 11 |
| Lactulosebrand: Constulose | 24 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$266 across 4 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
- 2006-05-05
- Last updated
- 2022-01-25
- Certified
- 2021-03-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Johnny Howton's NPI number?
- Johnny Howton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790733038, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Johnny Howton's specialty?
- Johnny Howton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Johnny Howton located?
- Johnny Howton's practice location on file with NPPES is 50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 105, Waco, TX 76712-8953.
- What is Johnny Howton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Johnny Howton is (254) 754-1522.
- Does Johnny Howton accept Medicare?
- Johnny Howton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Johnny Howton's NPI active?
- Yes — Johnny Howton's NPI (1790733038) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.