Mechelle Howard, NP
NPI 1811128531 · Adult Health Nurse Practitioner · Carlsbad, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mechelle Howard, NP is a Adult Health Nurse Practitioner provider in Carlsbad, CA (NPI 1811128531).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1811128531
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Adult Health Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- NP
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21877 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
16 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
2,477 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 822 | $100 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 489 | $69 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 432 | $101 |
| Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation With Medical Services90792 | 251 | $150 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 219 | $69 |
| Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation With Medical Services |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Risperidone | 60 | 13 |
| Divalproex Sodium | 50 | — |
| Trazodone Hcl | 40 | 12 |
| Aripiprazole | 35 | — |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | 26 | — |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 24 | — |
| Paroxetine Hcl | 21 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-07-29
- Last updated
- 2021-08-13
- Certified
- 2021-08-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mechelle Howard's NPI number?
- Mechelle Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811128531, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mechelle Howard's specialty?
- Mechelle Howard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Adult Health Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Mechelle Howard located?
- Mechelle Howard's practice location on file with NPPES is 5838 Edison Pl Ste 100, Carlsbad, CA 92008-5520.
- What is Mechelle Howard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mechelle Howard is (800) 275-3243.
- Does Mechelle Howard accept Medicare?
- Mechelle Howard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mechelle Howard's NPI active?
- Yes — Mechelle Howard's NPI (1811128531) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-08-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.