Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ernest Howard, M.D.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (CMS: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) · Atlanta, GA
- NPI 1568449478
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 86.9 / 100 · 2023
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
315 Boulevard Ne, Suite 432
Atlanta, GA 303121200
(404) 659-5909
fax (770) 399-9449 - Mailing address
-
2450 Atlanta Hwy Ste 904
Cumming, GA 300401252
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 4, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208100000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #029003
- Medicaid
- GA #00399341C
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1568449478. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,163
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$115,534
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 449 | 129 | $88 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 162 | 35 | $46 | |
80307 |
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers | 131 | 66 | $60 | |
G0483 |
Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms | 120 | 60 | $242 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 111 | 51 | $119 | |
95886 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study | 73 | 44 | $98 | |
20552 |
Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles | 39 | 22 | $49 | |
95912 |
Nerve conduction, 11-12 studies | 29 | 29 | $248 | |
96138 |
Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, first 30 minutes | 18 | 18 | $34 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 16 | 13 | $57 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 20 peers in Atlanta Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician, average services per provider: 156. This provider delivers 7.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$523
Transactions
28
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collegium Pharmaceutical, INC. | 15 | $261.55 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 9 | $180.07 | |
| Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA | 2 | $42.09 | |
| Forte Bio-Pharma LLC | 2 | $39.02 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
10,037
Patients
1,393
Total drug cost
$626,445
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 3,404 | 375 | $114,340 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 1,690 | 214 | $44,542 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 1,463 | 178 | $41,770 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 895 | 106 | $20,697 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 666 | 108 | $19,956 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 483 | 76 | $2,829 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 243 | 73 | $5,116 |
| Xtampza ER (Oxycodone Myristate) | Brand | 233 | 32 | $136,427 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 195 | 64 | $2,979 |
| Fentanyl | Generic | 148 | 19 | $18,026 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ernest Howard's medical specialty?
Dr. Ernest Howard practices Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Atlanta, GA.
Where does Dr. Ernest Howard practice?
Dr. Ernest Howard practices at 315 Boulevard Ne, Atlanta, GA 303121200. Office phone: 4046595909.
What is Dr. Ernest Howard's NPI?
Dr. Ernest Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568449478, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ernest Howard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ernest Howard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ernest Howard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Injection into tendon or ligament (HCPCS 20550); Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers (HCPCS 80307). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.