Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Howard, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Southport, NC
- NPI 1346289014
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4633 Long Beach RD Se
Southport, NC 284618798
(910) 457-6667
fax (910) 457-9530 - Mailing address
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103 Nw 29Th St
Oak Island, NC 284657524
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 28, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #1796
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1346289014. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
986
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$84,984
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 314 | 313 | $119 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 136 | 116 | $86 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 133 | 32 | $34 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 117 | 114 | $38 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 91 | 79 | $35 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 77 | 77 | $142 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 75 | 71 | $122 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 30 | 30 | $107 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 13 | 13 | $35 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Southport Optometrist, average services per provider: 262. This provider delivers 3.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$144
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 4 | $143.86 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
223
Patients
90
Total drug cost
$26,214
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 84 | 27 | $1,726 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 47 | 13 | $710 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 36 | 32 | $1,299 |
| Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 23 | 18 | $1,067 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $157 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $4,377 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $16,878 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Howard's medical specialty?
Dr. John Howard practices Optometrist in Southport, NC.
Where does Dr. John Howard practice?
Dr. John Howard practices at 4633 Long Beach RD Se, Southport, NC 284618798. Office phone: 9104576667.
What is Dr. John Howard's NPI?
Dr. John Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346289014, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Howard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Howard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Howard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.