Independent US Healthcare Provider Directory & Public Medical Database
Active NPI 1467434167 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Howard W Sharf , MEDICAL DOCTOR

Orthopaedic Surgery • Pinellas Park, FL

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Howard Sharf, MEDICAL DOCTOR is a registered healthcare professional specializing in Orthopaedic Surgery in Pinellas Park, FL. Practice services are available at 6500 66TH ST under active NPI credentials.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each, established patient outpatient office visit, therapy procedure using manual technique, each. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

6500 66th St

Pinellas Park, FL 337815030

Telephone 7273471286
Fax 2723453084
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic
🏢 Mri-South Umberton Inc Facility NPI 1801889902

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Orthopaedic Surgery in Pinellas Park, FL

Active Practitioner
Practitioner Clinical Experience
Active
City Avg: 27.0 Yrs
State Avg: 27.1 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
3 Specialists

Practicing in Pinellas Park, FL (1597 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
90.8% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Performed Procedures & Service Volume

Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner

CMS Official Data (2017)
HCPCS Code & Description Services Patients Submitted Charge Medicare Allowed
97110 Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes
694 152 $257.04 $27.47
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
597 279 $859.36 $103.95
97140 Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes
111 53 $236.56 $22.65
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
111 97 $579.90 $70.78
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
102 102 $868.96 $107.55
G0283 Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of care
95 56 $110.16 $10.24
72110 X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views
91 89 $383.84 $47.53
J3301 Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg
72 22 $20.00 $1.79
72148 MRI scan of lower spinal canal
63 62 $2580.00 $137.63
20552 Injections of trigger points in 1 or 2 muscles
40 24 $442.00 $55.02
J0702 Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg
39 15 $20.00 $6.44
62323 Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance
35 21 $1759.04 $97.34
72100 X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views
33 25 $274.64 $31.69
72050 X-ray of upper spine, 4 or 5 views
27 27 $349.84 $42.57
97161 Evaluation of physical therapy, typically 20 minutes
22 22 $651.92 $80.74
97035 Application of ultrasound, each 15 minutes
21 13 $102.24 $10.25
72020 X-ray of spine, 1 view
20 12 $171.28 $18.71
99221 Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 30 minutes
20 20 $829.36 $102.68
72070 X-ray of middle spine, 2 views
18 14 $247.20 $31.19
73030 X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views
18 11 $227.52 $27.19
72141 MRI scan of upper spinal canal
15 15 $2580.00 $143.12
97162 Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 30 minutes
14 14 $651.92 $80.67
73502 X-ray of hip, 2-3 views
14 11 $140.00 $33.99
77080 Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine
13 13 $322.88 $39.58
20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint
13 11 $489.76 $60.91
63047 Partial removal of middle spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves
12 12 $9923.00 $925.84

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2024-04-26
Orthopaedic Surgery Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207X00000X

State License PA MD033434E

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Orthopaedic Surgery

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207X00000X

State License NJ 25MA10692900

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207XS0117X

State License FL ME74919

Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.

Additional State Medicaid & Healthcare Payer Identifiers

Medicaid State Provider ID
255507700 (FL)
Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Railroad Medicare
2000034414 (FL)
Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Avmed
255861 (FL)
Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Aetna
5511179 (FL)
Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Blue Cross Blue Shield
44820 (FL)

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

13 Associated Practitioners
Richard Anderson , MPT

Physical Therapist

NPI 1205847191

Master of Physical Therapy

Alina Vaicaitis-Martin , CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

NPI 1215924998

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Debra Eisen , CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

NPI 1275529315

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

NPI 1336122027

OCCUPATIONALTHERAPI

NPI 1356337588

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Arlene Biegalski , CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

NPI 1407842776

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

7 Historical Events
🎓
Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) April 26, 2024

Orthopaedic Surgery (License #25MA10692900 in NJ)

NPI Profile Active December 17, 2007

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

📍
Updated Practice Location December 17, 2007

Registered at 6500 66TH ST, PINELLAS PARK, FL 337815030 (Tel: 7273471286)

📍
Updated Business Mailing Address December 17, 2007

Registered at 6500 66TH ST, PINELLAS PARK, FL 337815030 (Tel: 7273471286)

👤
Provider Name / Credentials Updated December 17, 2007

Recorded as HOWARD SHARF, MEDICAL DOCTOR

🎓
Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) December 17, 2007

Orthopaedic Surgery (License #ME74919 in FL)

🟢
Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration November 17, 2005

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

Patient & Community Reviews

Verified patient ratings, medical care experiences, and facility photos

0 Reviews
No patient reviews submitted yet for Howard Sharf. Be the first to share your experience!

Sign in to leave a review for Howard Sharf

Only verified registered users can submit ratings, post feedback, and upload facility photos.

NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1467434167
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: November 17, 2005
Last Update: April 26, 2024
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

6500 66th St

Pinellas Park, FL 337815030

Phone: 7273471286

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

This directory listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or physician endorsement. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 immediately.