Dr. Christopher R Howard , OD
Optometrist • Crestview, FL
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Christopher Howard, OD is a certified Optometrist practicing in Crestview, FL. With approximately 30 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Alabama Birmingham - School Of Optometry in 1996, Dr. Howard delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 1005 S FERDON BLVD.
Dr. Howard accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include photography of the retina, established patient complete exam of visual system, established patient outpatient office visit. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
1005 S Ferdon Blvd
Crestview, FL 325364509
Medicare Profile & Education
University Alabama Birmingham - School Of Optometry
1996
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Optometrist in Crestview, FL
Practicing in Crestview, FL (3724 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
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Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
92250
Photography of the retina
|
484 | 375 | $74.00 | $35.03 |
|
92014
Established patient complete exam of visual system
|
254 | 254 | $124.98 | $119.56 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
211 | 181 | $89.81 | $88.10 |
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
110 | 70 | $125.00 | $123.13 |
|
92083
Exam of visual field with extended testing
|
60 | 57 | $65.00 | $59.53 |
|
92004
New patient complete exam of visual system
|
28 | 28 | $145.00 | $141.83 |
|
92284
Evaluation of eye adaptation to light and dark with interpretation and report
|
16 | 16 | $56.00 | $34.35 |
|
92012
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system
|
13 | 13 | $86.00 | $84.64 |
|
76514
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
|
13 | 13 | $14.00 | $10.71 |
|
92060
Exam to measure eye deviation and range of motion
|
12 | 11 | $70.00 | $60.43 |
|
99203
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
12 | 12 | $110.00 | $108.58 |
|
99212
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more
|
11 | 11 | $56.00 | $54.67 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
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Registered at 1005 S FERDON BLVD, CRESTVIEW, FL 325364509 (Tel: 8506821859)
Registered at 1005 S FERDON BLVD, CRESTVIEW, FL 325364509 (Tel: 8506821859)
Recorded as CHRISTOPHER HOWARD, O.D.
Optometrist (License #OPC3124 in FL)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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1005 S Ferdon Blvd
Crestview, FL 325364509
Phone: 8506821859
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