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Dr. Rachel Howald, MD
Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician (CMS: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (MDS)) · Dermatology Physician · Nashville, TN
- NPI 1992069876
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 72.2 / 100 · 2023
- 14 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2301 21St Ave S
Nashville, TN 372124908
(615) 327-9797
fax (615) 613-0329
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 3, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ND0101X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #57584
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1992069876. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
610
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$241,869
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 202 | 166 | $537 | |
17312 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks | 124 | 76 | $375 | |
17313 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1-5 tissue blocks | 59 | 44 | $558 | |
12032 |
Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm | 44 | 42 | $183 | |
13132 |
Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm | 39 | 39 | $222 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 24 | 17 | $52 | |
14060 |
Repair of wound of eyelids, nose, ears, or lips by transferring skin, 10.0 sq cm or less | 20 | 20 | $704 | |
12042 |
Intermediate repair of wound of neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 2.6-7.5 cm | 19 | 19 | $164 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 19 | 18 | $36 | |
12052 |
Intermediate repair of wound of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 2.6-5.0 cm | 18 | 17 | $153 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Nashville Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 83. This provider delivers 7.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$238
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 4 | $74.22 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $72.00 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 2 | $48.93 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $42.66 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
55
Patients
49
Total drug cost
$360
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 23 | 21 | $185 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 19 | 17 | $72 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 13 | 11 | $103 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Rachel Howald's medical specialty?
Dr. Rachel Howald practices Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician in Nashville, TN.
Where does Dr. Rachel Howald practice?
Dr. Rachel Howald practices at 2301 21St Ave S, Nashville, TN 372124908. Office phone: 6153279797.
What is Dr. Rachel Howald's NPI?
Dr. Rachel Howald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992069876, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rachel Howald accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Rachel Howald accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Rachel Howald commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks (HCPCS 17311); Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks (HCPCS 17312); Removal and microscopic exam of growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1-5 tissue blocks (HCPCS 17313). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.