Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Romero, D.O.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Glendale, CA
- NPI 1700828019
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 86.3 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1420 S Central Ave
Glendale, CA 912042508
(818) 502-2344
fax (818) 502-4501 - Mailing address
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Po Box 60039
Arcadia, CA 910666039
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 24, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #20A6432
- Medicaid
- CA #00AX64320
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1700828019. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
755
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$92,101
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 232 | 228 | $181 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 176 | 169 | $9 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 140 | 138 | $124 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 127 | 127 | $221 | |
93042 |
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician only | 52 | 52 | $7 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 17 | 17 | $74 | |
31500 |
Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope | 11 | 11 | $144 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 23 peers in Glendale Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 84. This provider delivers 9.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$277
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 3 | $276.74 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
191
Patients
189
Total drug cost
$1,409
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 34 | 34 | $123 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 27 | 27 | $144 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 25 | 24 | $50 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 22 | 22 | $94 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 18 | 17 | $57 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 16 | 16 | $140 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 14 | 14 | $169 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 13 | 13 | $67 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $420 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $144 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Romero's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Romero practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Glendale, CA.
Where does Dr. Howard Romero practice?
Dr. Howard Romero practices at 1420 S Central Ave, Glendale, CA 912042508. Office phone: 8185022344.
What is Dr. Howard Romero's NPI?
Dr. Howard Romero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700828019, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Romero accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Romero accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Romero 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.