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Active NPI 1790762615 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. Howard Walker Harris , MD

Orthopaedic Surgery • Bedford, TX

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Howard Harris, MD is a certified Orthopaedic Surgery practicing in Bedford, TX. With approximately 29 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas in 1997, Dr. Harris delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 2425 HIGHWAY 121.

Dr. Harris is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Specialists, Pllc and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg, x-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views, injection, lidocaine hcl for intravenous infusion, 10 mg. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

2425 Highway 121

Bedford, TX 760215013

Telephone 8175404477
Fax 8175405633
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas

Graduation Year

1997

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Orthopaedic Surgery in Bedford, TX

Senior Veteran Specialist (>20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
29 Yrs +4.2 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 24.8 Yrs
State Avg: 25.4 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
8 Specialists

Practicing in Bedford, TX (1627 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
67.6% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Harris (29 Years) 29 Yrs
Bedford Specialty Average (24.8 Years) 24.8 Yrs

Performed Procedures & Service Volume

Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner

CMS Official Data (2024)
Reporting Year:
HCPCS Code & Description Services Patients Submitted Charge Medicare Allowed
J3301 Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg
1,332 266 $10.00 $0.96
73030 X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views
694 448 $84.00 $34.03
J2001 Injection, lidocaine hcl for intravenous infusion, 10 mg
555 114 $5.00 $0.03
Q9967 Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml
549 166 $5.00 $0.13
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
413 313 $145.88 $89.83
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
372 310 $173.30 $125.71
20611 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance
287 249 $238.82 $101.29
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more
194 194 $286.00 $164.24
73222 Mri scan of arm joint with contrast
192 184 $680.44 $317.82
A9579 Injection, gadolinium-based magnetic resonance contrast agent, not otherwise specified (nos), per ml
190 167 $5.00 $1.48
23350 Injection of dye for X-ray imaging of shoulder joint
174 167 $300.00 $160.28
77002 Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement
174 167 $360.00 $114.70
29826 Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope
77 77 $1500.00 $165.03
29827 Repair of shoulder rotator cuff using an endoscope
77 76 $2690.00 $1039.94
29823 Removal of extensive shoulder joint tissue using an endoscope
73 72 $1570.00 $122.08
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
55 55 $200.00 $110.51
23472 Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder
50 47 $3000.00 $1362.62
29824 Partial removal of collar bone at shoulder using an endoscope
48 48 $1695.00 $223.66
73221 Mri scan of arm joint without contrast
47 45 $435.00 $204.33
23395 Relocation of one muscle of shoulder or upper arm
34 32 $1820.00 $629.80
29828 Release of shoulder biceps tendon using an endoscope
31 31 $1500.00 $435.30
20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint
11 11 $146.00 $63.68

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2025-02-25
Orthopaedic Surgery Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207X00000X

State License TX L6057

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 - Sports Medicine

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207XX0005X

State License TX L6057

An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.

Additional State Medicaid & Healthcare Payer Identifiers

Medicaid State Provider ID
160532102 (TX)

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Texas Orthopedic Specialists, Pllc

2425 Hwy 121, Bedford, TX 760215013

Phone: 8175404477

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

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

30 Associated Practitioners
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Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

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Physician Assistant

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Physician Assistant (Certified)

Dr. Paul Tavakolian , MD

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Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Sarah Ummach , PA

Physician Assistant

NPI 1164372041

Physician Assistant

Dr. Nathan Haile , MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

NPI 1225473671

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Maggie Horan , LAT, ATC

Specialist/Technologist - Athletic Trainer

NPI 1255805669

Licensed Athletic Trainer, Certified Athletic Trainer

Career & Practice History Timeline

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

14 Historical Events
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Updated Practice Location July 16, 2024

Registered at 2425 HIGHWAY 121, BEDFORD, TX 760215013 (Tel: 8175404477)

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Updated Business Mailing Address July 16, 2024

Registered at 2425 HIGHWAY 121, BEDFORD, TX 760215013 (Tel: 8175404477)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) October 24, 2022

Orthopaedic Surgery (License #L6057 in TX)

NPI Profile Active May 01, 2017

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location May 01, 2017

Registered at 2425 HIGHWAY 121, BEDFORD, TX 760215011 (Tel: 8175404477)

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Updated Business Mailing Address May 01, 2017

Registered at 2425 HIGHWAY 121, BEDFORD, TX 760215011 (Tel: 8175404477)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated May 01, 2017

Recorded as HOWARD HARRIS, MD

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) May 01, 2017

Orthopaedic Surgery (License #L6057 in TX)

NPI Profile Active December 10, 2015

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location December 10, 2015

Registered at 2425 HIGHWAY 121, BEDFORD, TX 760215011 (Tel: 8175404477)

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Updated Business Mailing Address December 10, 2015

Registered at 2425 HIGHWAY 121, BEDFORD, TX 760215011 (Tel: 8175404477)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated December 10, 2015

Recorded as HOWARD HARRIS, MD

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) December 10, 2015

Orthopaedic Surgery (License #L6057 in TX)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration December 30, 2005

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1790762615
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: December 30, 2005
Last Update: February 25, 2025
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

2425 Highway 121

Bedford, TX 760215013

Phone: 8175404477

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