Howard Stein, M.D.,
NPI 1992887954 · Gastroenterology Physician · Arlington, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Stein, M.D., is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Arlington, TX (NPI 1992887954).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992887954
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.,
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- F9033 (TX)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
281 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 | 161 | $126 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 40 | $164 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45378 | 35 | $173 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 17 | $161 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 14 | $95 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual Not Meeting Criteria for High Risk |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 178 | 75 |
| Peg 3350/Sod Sulf,chlr/Pot/Magbrand: Suflave | 52 | 52 |
| Omeprazole | 31 | — |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 28 | 11 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 26 | — |
| Lansoprazole | 19 | — |
| Sulfasalazine | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$861 across 31 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-19
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Stein's NPI number?
- Howard Stein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992887954, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Stein's specialty?
- Howard Stein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Stein located?
- Howard Stein's practice location on file with NPPES is 1001 N Waldrop Dr, Arlington, TX 76012-4705.
- What is Howard Stein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Stein is (817) 274-4548.
- Does Howard Stein accept Medicare?
- Howard Stein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Stein's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Stein's NPI (1992887954) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.