Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Guss, D.O.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Ocean, NJ
- NPI 1831162403
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.0 / 100 · 2023
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3200 Sunset Ave, Suite 208
Ocean, NJ 077124556
(732) 775-9000
fax (732) 775-6660
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 1, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Jersey #MB05737200
- Medicaid
- NJ #6948006
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831162403. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,189
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$164,794
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 373 | 244 | $136 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 147 | 77 | $124 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 143 | 128 | $98 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 134 | 119 | $96 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 85 | 80 | $100 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 63 | 57 | $191 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 57 | 57 | $224 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 45 | 45 | $178 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 45 | 44 | $179 | |
45384 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using a flexible endoscope with electrical cautery | 23 | 21 | $137 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 79. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,894
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympus America Inc. | 1 | $2,665.28 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 2 | $149.98 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 3 | $43.30 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 2 | $35.22 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,195
Patients
356
Total drug cost
$202,732
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 611 | 214 | $11,047 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 163 | 53 | $54,055 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 132 | 44 | $2,002 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 103 | 33 | $5,561 |
| Rabeprazole Sodium | Generic | 44 | 12 | $2,500 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $18,643 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 25 | 0 | $420 |
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $55,676 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $1,012 |
| Dexilant (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $10,272 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Guss's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Guss practices Gastroenterology Physician in Ocean, NJ.
Where does Dr. Howard Guss practice?
Dr. Howard Guss practices at 3200 Sunset Ave, Ocean, NJ 077124556. Office phone: 7327759000.
What is Dr. Howard Guss's NPI?
Dr. Howard Guss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831162403, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Guss accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Guss accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Guss commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.