Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Busch, D.O.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Loxahatchee, FL
- NPI 1932262516
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 45 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
12977 Southern Blvd Bldg 5, Suite 200
Loxahatchee, FL 334709255
(561) 798-8184
fax (561) 793-2588
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 1, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #OS5200
- Medicaid
- FL #064050600
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1932262516. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
33,276
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$590,268
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3262 |
Injection, tocilizumab, 1 mg | 22,080 | 15 | $6 | |
J0129 |
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 3,925 | 20 | $38 | |
J3111 |
Injection, romosozumab-aqqg, 1 mg | 2,940 | 12 | $10 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 960 | 15 | $23 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 831 | 449 | $132 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 345 | 181 | $42 | |
72110 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views | 174 | 174 | $53 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 172 | 68 | $132 | |
72170 |
X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views | 163 | 163 | $29 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 158 | 158 | $173 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Loxahatchee Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 2,251. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$73,879
Transactions
239
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 30 | $14,290.39 | |
| Amgen INC. | 41 | $13,929.07 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 17 | $13,158.31 | |
| Ani Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 28 | $12,976.37 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 13 | $12,744.59 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 43 | $4,627.13 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 5 | $319.08 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 13 | $235.76 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 10 | $214.49 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 13 | $177.90 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 8 | $175.16 | |
| Sobi, INC | 5 | $151.40 | |
| Recordati_Rare_Diseases_INC. | 4 | $138.22 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 5 | $117.44 | |
| Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | 4 | $78.84 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,014
Patients
443
Total drug cost
$1,209,962
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 188 | 117 | $2,135 |
| Actemra (Tocilizumab) | Brand | 96 | 12 | $224,045 |
| Prolia (Denosumab) | Brand | 85 | 69 | $143,481 |
| Benlysta (Belimumab) | Brand | 81 | 0 | $298,094 |
| Evenity (2 Syringes) (Romosozumab-Aqqg) | Brand | 72 | 18 | $174,116 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 68 | 51 | $1,309 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 68 | 39 | $2,367 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 64 | 24 | $705 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 53 | 18 | $420 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 52 | 28 | $1,492 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Busch's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Busch practices Rheumatology Physician in Loxahatchee, FL.
Where does Dr. Howard Busch practice?
Dr. Howard Busch practices at 12977 Southern Blvd Bldg 5, Loxahatchee, FL 334709255. Office phone: 5617988184.
What is Dr. Howard Busch's NPI?
Dr. Howard Busch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932262516, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Busch accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Busch accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Busch commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, tocilizumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J3262); Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0129); Injection, romosozumab-aqqg, 1 mg (HCPCS J3111). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.