Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Charles Howard, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Morrilton, AR
- NPI 1740394261
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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#10 Hospital Drive
Morrilton, AR 72110
(501) 354-0052
fax (501) 354-9142
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arkansas #E-2637
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740394261. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
573
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$6,931
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 137 | 91 | $10 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 104 | 69 | $13 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 63 | 31 | $9 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 61 | 49 | $8 | |
81001 |
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated | 53 | 39 | $3 | |
87804 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus | 40 | 19 | $16 | |
G0103 |
Prostate cancer screening; prostate specific antigen test (psa) | 27 | 27 | $19 | |
87426 |
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus | 25 | 22 | $35 | |
84443 |
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) | 22 | 19 | $16 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 21 | 18 | $19 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Morrilton Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 61. This provider delivers 9.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$166
Transactions
10
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 3 | $48.15 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $32.38 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 2 | $29.12 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $20.28 | |
| Cardiva Medical, INC. | 1 | $18.70 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $17.40 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,503
Patients
804
Total drug cost
$42,749
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 299 | 80 | $4,487 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 274 | 84 | $3,726 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 238 | 56 | $2,501 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 201 | 50 | $2,776 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 179 | 55 | $5,083 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 170 | 48 | $4,237 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 164 | 118 | $642 |
| Glipizide ER (Glipizide) | Brand | 157 | 33 | $5,976 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 145 | 48 | $4,968 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 132 | 32 | $1,707 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Charles Howard's medical specialty?
Dr. Charles Howard practices Family Medicine Physician in Morrilton, AR.
Where does Dr. Charles Howard practice?
Dr. Charles Howard practices at #10 Hospital Drive, Morrilton, AR 72110. Office phone: 5013540052.
What is Dr. Charles Howard's NPI?
Dr. Charles Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740394261, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Charles Howard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Charles Howard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Charles Howard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals (HCPCS 80053); Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) (HCPCS 80061); Hemoglobin a1c level (HCPCS 83036). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.