Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Laura Howard, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Fort Smith, AR
- NPI 1972008985
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.3 / 100 · 2023
- 8 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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7301 Rogers Ave
Fort Smith, AR 729034100
(479) 314-6241
fax (479) 452-0275 - Mailing address
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Po Box 776084
Chicago, IL 606776084
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2018 — 8 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 25, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2018 — 8 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arkansas #E-14309
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972008985. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
450
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$55,295
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 213 | 209 | $164 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 107 | 105 | $8 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 73 | 72 | $113 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 57 | 56 | $198 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 18 peers in Fort Smith Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 174. This provider delivers 2.6× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
73
Patients
73
Total drug cost
$553
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 24 | 24 | $206 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 20 | 20 | $67 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 16 | 16 | $112 |
| Cefuroxime (Cefuroxime Axetil) | Brand | 13 | 13 | $168 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Laura Howard's medical specialty?
Dr. Laura Howard practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Fort Smith, AR.
Where does Dr. Laura Howard practice?
Dr. Laura Howard practices at 7301 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR 729034100. Office phone: 4793146241.
What is Dr. Laura Howard's NPI?
Dr. Laura Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972008985, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Laura Howard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Laura Howard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Laura Howard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.