Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Howard, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Frederick, MD
- NPI 1447249255
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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74 Thomas Johnson Dr
Frederick, MD 217024501
(301) 694-9033
fax (301) 694-6204
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 7, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD463229
- Medicaid
- FL #264972100
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1447249255. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
929
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$68,791
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 282 | 203 | $94 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 180 | 177 | $67 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 150 | 136 | $64 | |
93018 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician | 104 | 104 | $14 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 50 | 50 | $128 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 37 | 37 | $8 | |
93244 |
Heart rhythm review, and interpretation of continous external ekg over more than 48 hours up to 7 days | 32 | 30 | $23 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 26 | 16 | $77 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 20 | 17 | $126 | |
93454 |
Insertion of tube in coronary artery for diagnosis with review by radiologist | 17 | 17 | $166 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Frederick Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 223. This provider delivers 4.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$70
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 3 | $57.47 | |
| Zoll Services LLC (A/K/A Zoll LifeCor Corp) | 1 | $12.26 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,053
Patients
588
Total drug cost
$249,908
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 396 | 111 | $6,962 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 326 | 84 | $5,444 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 186 | 48 | $2,838 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 180 | 29 | $137,357 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 148 | 45 | $2,091 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 132 | 39 | $1,717 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 125 | 37 | $1,041 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 87 | 31 | $826 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 87 | 27 | $737 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 73 | 22 | $562 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Howard's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Howard practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Frederick, MD.
Where does Dr. Richard Howard practice?
Dr. Richard Howard practices at 74 Thomas Johnson Dr, Frederick, MD 217024501. Office phone: 3016949033.
What is Dr. Richard Howard's NPI?
Dr. Richard Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447249255, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Howard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Howard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Howard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.