Shannon Howell, O.D.
NPI 1861988610 · Optometrist · Marion, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shannon Howell, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Marion, VA (NPI 1861988610).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861988610
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0618002689 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
6,207 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 5,573 | $1 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 239 | $124 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 149 | $36 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 78 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 74 | $87 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 28 | $61 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 80 | 55 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 70 | 48 |
| Latanoprost | 53 | 22 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 44 | 15 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 30 | — |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 26 | 23 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$134 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2308 Cedar Valley DrCedar Bluff, VA 24609-9302Phone: (276) 964-4171
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-07-05
- Last updated
- 2018-07-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shannon Howell's NPI number?
- Shannon Howell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861988610, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shannon Howell's specialty?
- Shannon Howell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Shannon Howell located?
- Shannon Howell's practice location on file with NPPES is 1020 Terrace Dr Ste 100, Marion, VA 24354-4392.
- What is Shannon Howell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shannon Howell is (276) 783-5157.
- Does Shannon Howell accept Medicare?
- Shannon Howell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shannon Howell's NPI active?
- Yes — Shannon Howell's NPI (1861988610) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-07-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.