Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benjamin Howard, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · San Francisco, CA
- NPI 1457675118
- Accepts Medicare
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
513 Parnassus Ave, S-321
San Francisco, CA 941432205
(415) 476-1239
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 16, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A 119847
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1457675118. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
611
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$116,145
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 142 | 142 | $120 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 140 | 53 | $82 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 88 | 86 | $85 | |
76536 |
Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue | 76 | 75 | $28 | |
60500 |
Removal or exploration of parathyroid glands | 53 | 53 | $988 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 25 | 23 | $97 | |
49505 |
Repair of groin hernia (5 years or older) | 21 | 21 | $525 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 21 | 21 | $62 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 17 | 11 | $26 | |
60220 |
Removal of thyroid lobe on side of neck | 15 | 15 | $637 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 33 peers in San Francisco Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 39. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$121
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 3 | $120.88 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
39
Patients
38
Total drug cost
$107
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 39 | 38 | $107 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Howard's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Howard practices Surgery Physician in San Francisco, CA.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Howard practice?
Dr. Benjamin Howard practices at 513 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 941432205. Office phone: 4154761239.
What is Dr. Benjamin Howard's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457675118, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Howard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Howard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Howard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99221). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.