Howard Van Gelder, MD
NPI 1932343829 · Rheumatology Physician · Valencia, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Van Gelder, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Valencia, CA (NPI 1932343829).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1932343829
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A106699 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 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
649 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 249 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 228 | $138 |
| 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 | 140 | $17 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 32 | $174 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $9–$174 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 302 | 92 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 221 | 67 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 194 | 64 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 155 | 56 |
| Gabapentin | 90 | 34 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 78 | — |
| Leflunomide | 65 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-04-23
- Last updated
- 2016-09-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Van Gelder's NPI number?
- Howard Van Gelder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932343829, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Van Gelder's specialty?
- Howard Van Gelder is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Van Gelder located?
- Howard Van Gelder's practice location on file with NPPES is 23803 Mcbean Pkwy Ste 202, Valencia, CA 91355-2001.
- What is Howard Van Gelder's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Van Gelder is (661) 481-2400.
- Does Howard Van Gelder accept Medicare?
- Howard Van Gelder is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Van Gelder's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Van Gelder's NPI (1932343829) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-09-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.