Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Howard, M.D.
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Chapel Hill, NC
- NPI 1962794784
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Department of Anesthesiology, N2201 Unc Hospitals Cb 7010
Chapel Hill, NC 275997010
(919) 966-5136
fax (919) 966-4873
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 16, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2014-02096
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1962794784. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
57
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$4,422
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 28 | 27 | $83 | |
00142 |
Anesthesia for lens surgery | 18 | 18 | $61 | |
00532 |
Anesthesia for access to central vein | 11 | 11 | $90 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 49 peers in this city , average services per provider: 23. This provider delivers 2.5× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Howard's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Howard practices Anesthesiology Physician in Chapel Hill, NC.
Where does Dr. Christopher Howard practice?
Dr. Christopher Howard practices at Department of Anesthesiology, Chapel Hill, NC 275997010. Office phone: 9199665136.
What is Dr. Christopher Howard's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962794784, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Howard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Howard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Howard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731); Anesthesia for lens surgery (HCPCS 00142); Anesthesia for access to central vein (HCPCS 00532). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.