Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Comstock, M.D.
Surgery Physician · Tucson, AZ
- NPI 1942254230
- MIPS 89.3 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6130 N la Cholla Blvd Ste 210
Tucson, AZ 857413574
(520) 797-6881
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 13, 2021
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #34193
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942254230. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
607
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$73,306
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 251 | 95 | $78 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 136 | 132 | $128 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 63 | 63 | $69 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 52 | 35 | $49 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 35 | 29 | $53 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 25 | 25 | $171 | |
47563 |
Removal of gallbladder with x-ray study of bile ducts using an endoscope | 21 | 21 | $709 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 13 | 12 | $89 | |
47562 |
Removal of gallbladder using an endoscope | 11 | 11 | $650 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 25 peers in Tucson Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 47. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$23
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $22.69 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
127
Patients
115
Total drug cost
$473
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 94 | 84 | $334 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 19 | 17 | $93 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 14 | 14 | $46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Comstock's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Comstock practices Surgery Physician in Tucson, AZ.
Where does Dr. Howard Comstock practice?
Dr. Howard Comstock practices at 6130 N la Cholla Blvd Ste 210, Tucson, AZ 857413574. Office phone: 5207976881.
What is Dr. Howard Comstock's NPI?
Dr. Howard Comstock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942254230, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Comstock commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99202). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.