Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Ragland, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician · New Orleans, LA
- NPI 1649482738
- Accepts Medicare
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1415 Tulane Ave
New Orleans, LA 701122600
(504) 988-5114
fax (504) 988-7382 - Mailing address
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1430 Tulane Ave, Tb-36
New Orleans, LA 701122632
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 25, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #020911
- Medicaid
- LA #1919039
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649482738. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
545
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$26,220
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 219 | 145 | $63 | |
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 148 | 34 | $2 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 56 | 43 | $50 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 52 | 36 | $95 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 35 | 35 | $81 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 23 | 20 | $29 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 12 | 12 | $63 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 14 peers in New Orleans Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 116. This provider delivers 4.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$15
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $15.46 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
845
Patients
294
Total drug cost
$412,065
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 178 | 83 | $2,418 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 135 | 52 | $6,037 |
| Ammonium Lactate | Generic | 110 | 43 | $2,529 |
| Minoxidil | Generic | 90 | 26 | $1,051 |
| Fluconazole | Generic | 86 | 38 | $1,743 |
| Hydrocortisone | Generic | 41 | 23 | $547 |
| Otezla (Apremilast) | Brand | 36 | 0 | $229,768 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 31 | 18 | $1,886 |
| Mometasone Furoate | Generic | 28 | 11 | $740 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | Generic | 25 | 0 | $176 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Ragland's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Ragland practices Dermatology Physician in New Orleans, LA.
Where does Dr. Howard Ragland practice?
Dr. Howard Ragland practices at 1415 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA 701122600. Office phone: 5049885114.
What is Dr. Howard Ragland's NPI?
Dr. Howard Ragland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649482738, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Ragland accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Ragland accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Ragland commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.