Peter Howard, MD
NPI 1992065312 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Palm Harbor, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Peter Howard, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Palm Harbor, FL (NPI 1992065312).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992065312
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME133730 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 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
1,358 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 | 315 | $124 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 270 | $72 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 172 | $88 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 107 | $35 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 74 | $35 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 62 | $44 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 66 | 47 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 30 | 22 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 18 | 16 |
| Celecoxib | 15 | 13 |
| Methylprednisolone | 15 | 15 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 13 | 11 |
| Gabapentin | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16,660 across 35 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)
- 5243 Hanff LnNew Port Richey, FL 34652-4226Phone: (727) 787-5577Fax: (727) 781-7757
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-05-18
- Last updated
- 2022-01-31
- Certified
- 2022-01-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Peter Howard's NPI number?
- Peter Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992065312, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Peter Howard's specialty?
- Peter Howard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Peter Howard located?
- Peter Howard's practice location on file with NPPES is 3890 Tampa Rd Ste 202, Palm Harbor, FL 34684.
- What is Peter Howard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Peter Howard is (727) 787-5577.
- Does Peter Howard accept Medicare?
- Peter Howard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Peter Howard's NPI active?
- Yes — Peter Howard's NPI (1992065312) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.