Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Gelb, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Boca Raton, FL
- NPI 1518966282
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
9980 Central Park Blvd N, Suite 222
Boca Raton, FL 334281704
(561) 558-8898
fax (561) 558-8868
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 22, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #207X00000X
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518966282. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,073
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$223,581
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7322 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, hymovis, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 1,488 | 26 | $17 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 693 | 349 | $93 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 376 | 150 | $66 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 311 | 127 | $8 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 285 | 205 | $48 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 185 | 145 | $36 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 126 | 114 | $132 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 124 | 124 | $117 | |
J7323 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, euflexxa, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 120 | 42 | $126 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 82 | 77 | $58 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Boca Raton Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 316. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$105
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 3 | $89.85 | |
| Southern Edge Orthopaedics, INC. | 1 | $14.81 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
397
Patients
274
Total drug cost
$4,279
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | Generic | 148 | 82 | $2,906 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 84 | 60 | $237 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 73 | 62 | $629 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 39 | 39 | $339 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 33 | 20 | $108 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 20 | 11 | $60 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Gelb's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Gelb practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Boca Raton, FL.
Where does Dr. Howard Gelb practice?
Dr. Howard Gelb practices at 9980 Central Park Blvd N, Boca Raton, FL 334281704. Office phone: 5615588898.
What is Dr. Howard Gelb's NPI?
Dr. Howard Gelb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518966282, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Gelb accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Gelb accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Gelb commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, hymovis, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7322); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.