Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Dortch, OTR/L
Hand Occupational Therapist (CMS: Occupational Therapist in Private Practice) · Asheville, NC
- NPI 1649372087
- Accepts Medicare
- 42 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1 Vanderbilt Park Dr, Suite 120
Asheville, NC 288031736
(828) 277-6957
fax (828) 277-6960
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 17, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 225XH1200X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #0560
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649372087. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,834
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$54,487
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 1,100 | 134 | $24 | |
97140 |
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | 464 | 90 | $20 | |
97165 |
Evaluation for occupational therapy, typically 30 minutes | 142 | 137 | $96 | |
97112 |
Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes | 82 | 17 | $32 | |
97168 |
Re-evaluation for occupational therapy, typically 30 minutes | 31 | 24 | $59 | |
97035 |
Application of ultrasound, each 15 minutes | 15 | 12 | $11 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Asheville Hand Occupational Therapist, average services per provider: 305. This provider delivers 6.0× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Dortch's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Dortch practices Hand Occupational Therapist in Asheville, NC.
Where does Dr. Howard Dortch practice?
Dr. Howard Dortch practices at 1 Vanderbilt Park Dr, Asheville, NC 288031736. Office phone: 8282776957.
What is Dr. Howard Dortch's NPI?
Dr. Howard Dortch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649372087, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Dortch accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Dortch accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Dortch commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110); Therapy procedure using manual technique (HCPCS 97140); Evaluation for occupational therapy, typically 30 minutes (HCPCS 97165). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.