John Howard, M.D.
NPI 1811377062 · Nephrology Physician · Elk Grove, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Howard, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Elk Grove, CA (NPI 1811377062).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1811377062
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A156404 (CA)
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
11 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
1,796 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, Per Day, Less Than Full Month Service (20 Years Or Older)90970 | 561 | $10 |
| Dialysis Services, 1 Physician Visit Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90962 | 217 | $209 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 206 | $80 |
| 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 | 145 | $17 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 142 | $300 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Telmisartan | 144 | 58 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 144 | 56 |
| Carvedilol | 82 | 34 |
| Losartan Potassium | 81 | 32 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 81 | 24 |
| Furosemide | 76 | 32 |
| Fat Emulsion/Olive/Soy/Phosphobrand: Clinolipid | 74 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$306 across 7 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
- 2015-06-03
- Last updated
- 2025-06-13
- Certified
- 2025-06-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Howard's NPI number?
- John Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811377062, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Howard's specialty?
- John Howard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Howard located?
- John Howard's practice location on file with NPPES is 2218 Kausen Dr Ste 103, Elk Grove, CA 95758-7178.
- What is John Howard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Howard is (916) 683-8774.
- Does John Howard accept Medicare?
- John Howard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Howard's NPI active?
- Yes — John Howard's NPI (1811377062) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.