Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Francis, M.D.
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Otolaryngology Physician · Otology & Neurotology Physician · Durham, NC
- NPI 1548208481
- Accepts Medicare
- 36 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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40 Duke Medicine Cir
Durham, NC 277104000
(919) 684-8111 - Mailing address
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Po Box 63362
Charlotte, NC 282633362
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 20, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- North Carolina #2016-02557 · Maryland #D44524
- Medicaid
- MD #449721000
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1548208481. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
59
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$8,767
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 24 | 23 | $170 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 23 | 23 | $121 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 12 | 12 | $158 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in Durham Otolaryngology Physician, average services per provider: 73. This provider delivers 0.8× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Francis's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Francis practices Otolaryngology Physician in Durham, NC.
Where does Dr. Howard Francis practice?
Dr. Howard Francis practices at 40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 277104000. Office phone: 9196848111.
What is Dr. Howard Francis's NPI?
Dr. Howard Francis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548208481, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Francis accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Francis accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Francis commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.