Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Hower
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Erie, PA
- NPI 1053407155
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 67.4 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
100 Peach St, Suite 200
Erie, PA 165071423
(814) 877-7733
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 25, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #OS012937
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1053407155. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
987
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$123,600
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 161 | 98 | $77 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 146 | 146 | $162 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 138 | 134 | $89 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 86 | 83 | $127 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 60 | 55 | $123 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 48 | 46 | $170 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 47 | 47 | $178 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 45 | 45 | $159 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 44 | 37 | $116 | |
43248 |
Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope | 41 | 41 | $145 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in this city , average services per provider: 45. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$891
Transactions
37
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 18 | $405.83 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 5 | $113.73 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 4 | $91.99 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $89.23 | |
| Celltrion USA Inc. | 3 | $69.65 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 3 | $57.68 | |
| IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC | 2 | $46.36 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 1 | $16.43 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,212
Patients
654
Total drug cost
$144,997
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 216 | 92 | $3,646 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 212 | 212 | $3,196 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 210 | 75 | $1,865 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 103 | 36 | $1,672 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 85 | 84 | $1,850 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 76 | 35 | $1,229 |
| Peg-3350 And Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 65 | 65 | $1,098 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 55 | 55 | $4,461 |
| Loperamide (Loperamide Hcl) | Brand | 41 | 0 | $1,140 |
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 33 | 0 | $73,975 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Hower's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Hower practices Gastroenterology Physician in Erie, PA.
Where does Dr. Robert Hower practice?
Dr. Robert Hower practices at 100 Peach St, Erie, PA 165071423. Office phone: 8148777733.
What is Dr. Robert Hower's NPI?
Dr. Robert Hower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053407155, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Hower accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Hower accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Hower commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.