Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Palay, MD
Neurology Physician (CMS: Neuropsychiatry) · Clyde, NC
- NPI 1942294301
- Accepts Medicare
- 45 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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600 Hospital Dr, Ste 9
Clyde, NC 287218046
(828) 452-0331
fax (828) 456-8726 - Mailing address
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600 Hospital Dr Ste 9
Clyde, NC 287218046
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 11, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #9401467
- Medicaid
- NC #8965101
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942294301. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
992
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$83,266
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 269 | 235 | $63 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 200 | 162 | $92 | |
95886 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study | 113 | 61 | $43 | |
G0399 |
Home sleep test (hst) with type iii portable monitor, unattended; minimum of 4 channels: 2 respiratory movement/airflow, 1 ecg/heart rate and 1 oxygen saturation | 85 | 85 | $37 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 44 | 44 | $127 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 38 | 38 | $166 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 38 | 24 | $76 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 37 | 37 | $166 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 36 | 36 | $124 | |
95811 |
Sleep study in sleep lab with continuous airway pressure (6 years or older) | 31 | 29 | $118 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 70. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,531
Patients
558
Total drug cost
$169,969
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 398 | 103 | $7,495 |
| Topiramate | Generic | 253 | 63 | $4,525 |
| Carbidopa-Levodopa (Carbidopa/Levodopa) | Brand | 231 | 54 | $8,838 |
| Levetiracetam | Generic | 213 | 53 | $9,710 |
| Lamotrigine | Generic | 200 | 36 | $4,971 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 178 | 35 | $2,199 |
| Primidone | Generic | 150 | 33 | $4,636 |
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 145 | 34 | $4,959 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 137 | 15 | $934 |
| Propranolol Hcl | Generic | 121 | 31 | $2,801 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Palay's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Palay practices Neurology Physician in Clyde, NC.
Where does Dr. Howard Palay practice?
Dr. Howard Palay practices at 600 Hospital Dr, Clyde, NC 287218046. Office phone: 8284520331.
What is Dr. Howard Palay's NPI?
Dr. Howard Palay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942294301, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Palay accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Palay accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Palay commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study (HCPCS 95886). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.