Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Thomas Howard, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · South Charleston, WV
- NPI 1396713137
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.5 / 100 · 2023
- 48 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4610 Kanawha Ave Sw, Suite 301
South Charleston, WV 253091367
(304) 720-8701
fax (304) 720-8702
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 7, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1978 — 48 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- West Virginia #11927
- Medicaid
- WV #3910000444
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396713137. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
17,985
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$311,487
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1602 |
Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use | 17,300 | 21 | $13 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 339 | 178 | $121 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 191 | 31 | $116 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 133 | 91 | $85 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 22 | 22 | $211 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 3,597. This provider delivers 5.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$50
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $27.00 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $22.65 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,526
Patients
817
Total drug cost
$1,923,258
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 820 | 197 | $22,025 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 582 | 146 | $31,606 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 407 | 99 | $3,149 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 282 | 69 | $5,731 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 241 | 71 | $1,088 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 146 | 31 | $8,787 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 145 | 15 | $1,143,771 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 140 | 25 | $753 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 136 | 35 | $1,261 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 127 | 41 | $657 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Thomas Howard's medical specialty?
Dr. Thomas Howard practices Rheumatology Physician in South Charleston, WV.
Where does Dr. Thomas Howard practice?
Dr. Thomas Howard practices at 4610 Kanawha Ave Sw, South Charleston, WV 253091367. Office phone: 3047208701.
What is Dr. Thomas Howard's NPI?
Dr. Thomas Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396713137, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Thomas Howard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Howard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Thomas Howard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use (HCPCS J1602); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Administration of chemotherapy into vein (HCPCS 96413). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.