Tara Howell, M.D.
NPI 1982874053 · Family Medicine Physician · Dallas, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tara Howell, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Dallas, GA (NPI 1982874053).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982874053
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.29231 (AL)
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 tenure25% of score
18 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
1,623 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 | 515 | $125 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 253 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 229 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 141 | $88 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 111 | $128 |
| Annual Alcohol Misuse Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0442 | 91 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 105 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 222 | 57 |
| Omeprazole | 182 | 56 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 174 | 64 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 144 | 51 |
| Tirzepatidebrand: Mounjaro | 142 | 28 |
| Alprazolam | 134 | 26 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$363 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)
- 4100 Mcclellan BlvdAnniston, AL 36201-2132Phone: (256) 235-2273Fax: (877) 693-3132
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-03-05
- Last updated
- 2022-10-12
- Certified
- 2021-04-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tara Howell's NPI number?
- Tara Howell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982874053, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tara Howell's specialty?
- Tara Howell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tara Howell located?
- Tara Howell's practice location on file with NPPES is 105 Village Walk Ste 277, Dallas, GA 30132-5506.
- What is Tara Howell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tara Howell is (770) 800-6780.
- Does Tara Howell accept Medicare?
- Tara Howell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tara Howell's NPI active?
- Yes — Tara Howell's NPI (1982874053) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-10-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.