Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Howell, M.D.
Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician (CMS: Hand Surgery) · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Holland, MI
- NPI 1689662405
- Accepts Medicare
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
370 N 120Th Ave
Holland, MI 494242196
(616) 396-5855
fax (616) 396-5720
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 29, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2086S0105X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #4301082987
- Medicaid
- MI #4893870
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689662405. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
481
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$40,141
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 61 | 61 | $107 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 59 | 38 | $47 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 56 | 56 | $158 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 56 | 43 | $8 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 39 | 28 | $50 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 35 | 32 | $86 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 35 | 33 | $122 | |
73100 |
X-ray of wrist, 2 views | 29 | 14 | $34 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 21 | 14 | $32 | |
73140 |
X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views | 21 | 12 | $33 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Holland Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 34. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$57
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $34.49 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $22.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
249
Patients
244
Total drug cost
$977
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 97 | 94 | $247 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 65 | 64 | $141 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 53 | 52 | $547 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 34 | 34 | $42 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Howell's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Howell practices Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician in Holland, MI.
Where does Dr. Richard Howell practice?
Dr. Richard Howell practices at 370 N 120Th Ave, Holland, MI 494242196. Office phone: 6163965855.
What is Dr. Richard Howell's NPI?
Dr. Richard Howell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689662405, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Howell accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Howell accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Howell commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Injection into tendon or ligament (HCPCS 20550); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.