Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Kroop, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Phila, PA
- NPI 1427027614
- Accepts Medicare
- 54 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1101 Chestnut St
Phila, PA 191073612
(215) 955-8900
fax (215) 955-5245 - Mailing address
-
132 S 10Th St, 480 Main Building
Phila, PA 191075244
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 28, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1972 — 54 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD014474E
- Medicaid (2)
- NJ #1731602 · PA #000386560008
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1427027614. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
918
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$136,458
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 263 | 196 | $138 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 167 | 167 | $177 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 105 | 104 | $155 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 93 | 84 | $97 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 69 | 69 | $101 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 59 | 58 | $268 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 47 | 46 | $184 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 32 | 27 | $100 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 27 | 27 | $119 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 19 | 18 | $180 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in Phila Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 57. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$458
Transactions
30
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 17 | $255.06 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 6 | $91.57 | |
| Aimmune Therapeutics, INC. | 2 | $35.24 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 2 | $30.27 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $15.79 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 1 | $15.45 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $14.92 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,310
Patients
382
Total drug cost
$170,501
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 307 | 104 | $4,990 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 257 | 91 | $6,333 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 169 | 46 | $3,429 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 101 | 36 | $1,310 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 99 | 24 | $4,547 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 89 | 21 | $79,163 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 51 | 17 | $962 |
| Budesonide Ec (Budesonide) | Brand | 40 | 15 | $14,753 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 39 | 13 | $353 |
| Budesonide Dr (Budesonide) | Brand | 36 | 0 | $7,113 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Kroop's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Kroop practices Gastroenterology Physician in Phila, PA.
Where does Dr. Howard Kroop practice?
Dr. Howard Kroop practices at 1101 Chestnut St, Phila, PA 191073612. Office phone: 2159558900.
What is Dr. Howard Kroop's NPI?
Dr. Howard Kroop's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427027614, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Kroop accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Kroop accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Kroop commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.