Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Howard, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Duluth, MN
- NPI 1861477408
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1001 E Superior St, Ste. L401
Duluth, MN 558022207
(218) 249-7960
fax (218) 249-7997
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 22, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #39073
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861477408. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
608
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$61,461
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 191 | 74 | $77 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 186 | 88 | $115 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 48 | 45 | $112 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 43 | 36 | $64 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 37 | 36 | $169 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 31 | 28 | $95 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 29 | 29 | $79 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 26 | 26 | $129 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 17 | 15 | $140 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in Duluth Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 76. This provider delivers 8.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,620
Patients
804
Total drug cost
$47,906
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 317 | 100 | $5,572 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 296 | 97 | $4,875 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 239 | 73 | $5,101 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 237 | 60 | $4,886 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 212 | 74 | $4,514 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 187 | 57 | $2,514 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 151 | 40 | $3,062 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 137 | 36 | $3,855 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 137 | 42 | $1,819 |
| Citalopram Hbr (Citalopram Hydrobromide) | Brand | 128 | 30 | $1,429 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Howard's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Howard practices Internal Medicine Physician in Duluth, MN.
Where does Dr. Joseph Howard practice?
Dr. Joseph Howard practices at 1001 E Superior St, Duluth, MN 558022207. Office phone: 2182497960.
What is Dr. Joseph Howard's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861477408, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Howard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Howard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Howard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.