Lucius Howell, M.D.
NPI 1932424140 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lucius Howell, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1932424140).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1932424140
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2013-00825 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 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
1,106 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 284 | $123 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 188 | $12 |
| Insertion of Tube in Left Lower Heart Chamber and Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist93458 | 98 | $233 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 85 | $14 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 53 | $115 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 450 | 147 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 292 | 99 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 271 | 94 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 269 | 61 |
| Spironolactone | 213 | 76 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 194 | 67 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$769 across 29 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 5 Vanderbilt Park DrAsheville, NC 28803-1700Phone: (828) 274-6000Fax: (828) 274-6025
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-03-30
- Last updated
- 2022-01-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lucius Howell's NPI number?
- Lucius Howell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932424140, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lucius Howell's specialty?
- Lucius Howell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lucius Howell located?
- Lucius Howell's practice location on file with NPPES is 509 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-4601.
- What is Lucius Howell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lucius Howell is (828) 213-0152.
- Does Lucius Howell accept Medicare?
- Lucius Howell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lucius Howell's NPI active?
- Yes — Lucius Howell's NPI (1932424140) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.