Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Harper, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Opelika, AL
- NPI 1184654592
- MIPS 91.1 / 100 · 2023
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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121 N 20Th St, Bldg 3
Opelika, AL 368015454
(334) 745-6271
fax (334) 742-9879
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 26, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #00022066
- Medicaid
- AL #009901305
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1184654592. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
357
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$39,367
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 101 | 77 | $85 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 74 | 65 | $120 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 60 | 25 | $48 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 51 | 51 | $157 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 27 | 27 | $166 | |
93923 |
Complete ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries | 16 | 14 | $115 | |
93978 |
Complete ultrasound of aorta, vena cava, groin vessels or bypass grafts | 16 | 11 | $164 | |
93880 |
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow | 12 | 12 | $174 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 61. This provider delivers 5.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$131
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artivion, Inc. | 1 | $25.32 | |
| Integra LifeSciences Corporation | 1 | $24.59 | |
| Kerecis Limited | 1 | $19.50 | |
| Acera Surgical, Inc. | 1 | $15.96 | |
| Cook Medical LLC | 1 | $15.92 | |
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 1 | $15.72 | |
| W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. | 1 | $13.52 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
127
Patients
88
Total drug cost
$1,063
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 90 | 88 | $669 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 26 | 0 | $299 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 11 | 0 | $95 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Harper's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Harper practices Surgery Physician in Opelika, AL.
Where does Dr. Howard Harper practice?
Dr. Howard Harper practices at 121 N 20Th St, Opelika, AL 368015454. Office phone: 3347456271.
What is Dr. Howard Harper's NPI?
Dr. Howard Harper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184654592, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Harper accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Howard Harper does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Harper commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.