Joseph Howard, MD
NPI 1861477408 · Internal Medicine Physician · Duluth, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Howard, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Duluth, MN (NPI 1861477408).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861477408
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 39073 (MN)
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
20 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
632 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 Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 205 | $115 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 105 | $76 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 84 | $94 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 64 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 50 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 85 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 213 | 85 |
| Losartan Potassium | 208 | 74 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 185 | 70 |
| Omeprazole | 177 | 60 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 159 | 66 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 137 | 47 |
| Apixaban |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-07
- Last updated
- 2011-08-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Howard's NPI number?
- Joseph Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861477408, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Howard's specialty?
- Joseph Howard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Howard located?
- Joseph Howard's practice location on file with NPPES is 1001 E Superior St, Duluth, MN 55802-2207.
- What is Joseph Howard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Howard is (218) 249-7960.
- Does Joseph Howard accept Medicare?
- Joseph Howard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Howard's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Howard's NPI (1861477408) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-08-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.