Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Mark Howard, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Monterey, CA
- NPI 1982624128
- MIPS 30.0 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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12 Upper Ragsdale Dr
Monterey, CA 939405730
(831) 648-7200
fax (831) 648-7204 - Additional location
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21 Lower Ragsdale Dr
Monterey, CA 939405740
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 9, 2021
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G58286
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982624128. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,970
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$262,018
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 915 | 143 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 540 | 373 | $135 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 295 | 213 | $96 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 249 | 249 | $175 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 232 | 148 | $66 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 112 | 88 | $51 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 103 | 82 | $39 | |
73610 |
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views | 90 | 42 | $42 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 66 | 62 | $46 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 51 | 45 | $44 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 118. This provider delivers 25× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$212
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $198.23 | |
| Cornerstone Medical Associates, Inc. | 1 | $13.66 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
169
Patients
57
Total drug cost
$2,170
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 25 | 19 | $265 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 19 | 11 | $353 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 17 | 0 | $175 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 16 | 14 | $52 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 15 | 13 | $151 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 14 | 0 | $78 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 13 | 0 | $71 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 13 | 0 | $184 |
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $583 |
| Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid (Triamterene/Hydrochlorothiazid) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $110 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Mark Howard's medical specialty?
Dr. Mark Howard practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Monterey, CA.
Where does Dr. Mark Howard practice?
Dr. Mark Howard practices at 12 Upper Ragsdale Dr, Monterey, CA 939405730. Office phone: 8316487200.
What is Dr. Mark Howard's NPI?
Dr. Mark Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982624128, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Mark Howard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.