Active NPI 1568586550 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. Michael Howard , MD

Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery • Plano, TX

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Michael Howard, MD is a certified Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery practicing in Plano, TX. With approximately 23 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) in 2003, Dr. Howard delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 5228 W PLANO PKWY.

Dr. Howard maintains professional affiliations with Legacy Healthcare Services Inc, Texas Star Orthopedic Institute Llc and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include established patient outpatient office visit, x-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views, injection, bupivicaine, not otherwise specified, 0.5 mg. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

5228 W Plano Pkwy

Plano, TX 750935005

Telephone 9722505700

Fax 9722505748

Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

🏢 Jtw Medical Products, Inc. Facility NPI 1013977560

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/wich/sal)

Graduation Year

2003

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery in Plano, TX

Senior Veteran Specialist (>20 Yrs)

Practitioner Clinical Experience

23 Yrs -8.3 yrs vs City Avg

City Avg: 31.3 Yrs

State Avg: 22.9 Yrs

Regional Practice Density

4 Specialists

Practicing in Plano, TX (186 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate

0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount

74.9% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Howard (23 Years) 23 Yrs

Plano Specialty Average (31.3 Years) 31.3 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
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	850	437	$233.94	$118.45
73030 X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views	765	413	$96.15	$31.80
J0665 Injection, bupivicaine, not otherwise specified, 0.5 mg	743	256	$3.51	$0.01
J1885 Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg	399	170	$3.52	$0.66
20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint	300	234	$209.71	$62.45
J3301 Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg	193	117	$5.00	$0.96
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more	191	191	$351.91	$155.18
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	102	93	$199.02	$84.61
73080 X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views	78	70	$92.62	$30.17
23472 Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder	57	56	$4473.30	$1311.31
20611 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance	51	42	$265.39	$99.40
29827 Repair of shoulder rotator cuff using an endoscope	44	43	$3117.73	$988.07
29826 Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope	39	39	$901.03	$158.15
29828 Release of shoulder biceps tendon using an endoscope	24	24	$2663.33	$434.16
29823 Removal of extensive shoulder joint tissue using an endoscope	20	20	$1947.55	$167.74
20605 Aspiration and/or injection of medium joint or joint capsule	14	11	$170.00	$51.06

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
73030 X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views	649	356	$91.86	$33.11
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	393	237	$150.00	$86.19
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	366	293	$175.00	$122.58
J1885 Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg	281	118	$3.00	$0.55
20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint	248	198	$207.48	$63.86
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more	195	195	$290.00	$159.67
J3301 Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg	163	125	$5.00	$1.07
J0665 Injection, bupivicaine, not otherwise specified, 0.5 mg	135	58	$3.00	$0.02
73080 X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views	93	81	$91.00	$31.27
20611 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance	45	38	$218.67	$98.75
23472 Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder	42	40	$4577.00	$1404.53
29827 Repair of shoulder rotator cuff using an endoscope	28	28	$3065.00	$997.30
29826 Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope	24	24	$1120.00	$157.60
23430 Anchoring of biceps tendon	15	15	$2524.00	$359.22
73110 X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views	13	11	$86.00	$39.22
20605 Aspiration and/or injection of medium joint or joint capsule	13	12	$170.00	$50.73
J1040 Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg	11	11	$27.00	$11.29

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
73030 X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views	441	245	$92.00	$33.71
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	372	243	$175.00	$124.30
J1885 Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg	251	105	$3.00	$0.57
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	245	165	$150.00	$87.55
20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint	184	142	$203.48	$64.03
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more	134	134	$290.00	$161.31
73080 X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views	117	84	$91.00	$31.77
J3301 Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg	102	68	$5.00	$1.14
20611 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance	29	21	$233.28	$103.01
29827 Repair of shoulder rotator cuff using an endoscope	29	28	$3065.00	$1019.07
29826 Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope	28	28	$1120.00	$167.55
23472 Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder	27	26	$4577.00	$1412.34
J1040 Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg	23	18	$27.00	$11.29
23430 Anchoring of biceps tendon	19	19	$2524.00	$423.36
73110 X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views	18	13	$86.00	$39.90
20605 Aspiration and/or injection of medium joint or joint capsule	12	11	$170.00	$53.01

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
73030 X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views	466	251	$92.00	$33.35
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	440	249	$175.00	$126.30
J1885 Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg	316	116	$3.00	$0.48
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	275	185	$150.00	$88.87
20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint	192	147	$208.00	$64.47
73080 X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views	110	78	$91.00	$31.33
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more	102	102	$290.00	$163.39
J1040 Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg	93	69	$27.00	$10.73
J3301 Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg	62	44	$5.00	$1.23
73110 X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views	48	27	$86.00	$39.33
20611 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance	46	33	$227.72	$103.76
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	35	35	$200.00	$109.20
29826 Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope	30	29	$1120.00	$167.79
23472 Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder	25	24	$4577.23	$1443.60
29827 Repair of shoulder rotator cuff using an endoscope	23	23	$3065.00	$1070.52
29828 Release of shoulder biceps tendon using an endoscope	22	22	$2615.00	$478.24
20550 Injection into tendon or ligament	17	12	$198.00	$49.84
20605 Aspiration and/or injection of medium joint or joint capsule	17	13	$170.00	$51.00
29823 Removal of extensive shoulder joint tissue using an endoscope	11	11	$2027.00	$208.51

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	619	285	$150.00	$73.05
73030 X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views	435	183	$92.00	$31.83
J1885 Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg	190	81	$3.00	$0.60
20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint	119	97	$211.36	$63.41
J1040 Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg	114	79	$27.00	$11.38
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	112	112	$200.00	$105.06
73110 X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views	111	58	$86.00	$36.71
73130 X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views	35	26	$86.00	$32.74
20550 Injection into tendon or ligament	34	21	$209.65	$49.09
73080 X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views	34	29	$91.00	$29.87
23472 Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder	23	23	$4577.98	$1473.71
20611 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance	22	18	$205.00	$90.38
29827 Repair of shoulder rotator cuff using an endoscope	20	18	$3066.95	$1077.41
29826 Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope	20	18	$1120.00	$175.44
20600 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint	13	11	$156.00	$42.08
29828 Release of shoulder biceps tendon using an endoscope	11	11	$2615.00	$451.45

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	619	264	$150.00	$71.53
73030 X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views	201	104	$92.00	$28.58
J1885 Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg	154	37	$3.00	$0.51
73110 X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views	140	66	$86.00	$34.68
J1040 Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg	114	76	$27.00	$12.11
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	97	97	$200.00	$103.79
73130 X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views	80	52	$86.00	$31.67
20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint	59	45	$214.44	$59.74
73080 X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views	46	28	$91.00	$28.31
20550 Injection into tendon or ligament	44	28	$207.00	$47.57
29826 Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope	30	30	$1120.00	$172.87
29827 Repair of shoulder rotator cuff using an endoscope	28	28	$3065.00	$1034.71
73100 X-ray of wrist, 2 views	25	12	$82.00	$30.34
29828 Release of shoulder biceps tendon using an endoscope	21	21	$2615.00	$474.28
20600 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint	21	18	$170.86	$48.30
73140 X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views	19	12	$67.00	$31.93
20611 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance	17	17	$217.06	$91.47
23472 Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder	15	15	$4578.00	$1442.41
29824 Partial removal of collar bone at shoulder using an endoscope	11	11	$2230.00	$192.11

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	690	302	$150.07	$67.84
73030 X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views	220	113	$92.00	$26.18
J1040 Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg	163	115	$27.00	$12.97
73110 X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views	134	73	$86.00	$31.32
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	126	126	$200.00	$100.85
73130 X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views	103	75	$86.00	$29.32
20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint	56	44	$208.66	$56.08
20550 Injection into tendon or ligament	56	39	$198.00	$46.32
73080 X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views	46	36	$91.00	$28.98
73100 X-ray of wrist, 2 views	42	22	$82.00	$29.01
20600 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint	35	30	$187.20	$46.26
J1885 Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg	29	14	$3.00	$0.58
73140 X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views	27	23	$67.00	$29.54
29826 Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope	26	26	$1120.00	$167.61
29827 Repair of shoulder rotator cuff using an endoscope	24	24	$3065.00	$999.76
64721 Release and/or relocation of hand nerve	21	19	$1285.00	$382.12
20605 Aspiration and/or injection of medium joint or joint capsule	15	13	$181.33	$49.06
29824 Partial removal of collar bone at shoulder using an endoscope	13	13	$2230.00	$219.69
29828 Release of shoulder biceps tendon using an endoscope	12	12	$2615.00	$490.85
23472 Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder	12	12	$4578.00	$1380.77

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	598	285	$150.00	$69.60
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	177	177	$201.98	$103.06
J1040 Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg	146	104	$27.00	$11.17
73030 X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views	137	73	$92.00	$27.14
73110 X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views	103	81	$86.00	$32.91
73140 X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views	93	70	$67.00	$29.13
73100 X-ray of wrist, 2 views	57	27	$82.00	$26.89
20550 Injection into tendon or ligament	54	43	$205.33	$49.79
73130 X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views	53	36	$86.00	$28.89
73080 X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views	45	42	$91.00	$29.21
20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint	34	26	$205.00	$57.90
20600 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint	33	28	$165.45	$44.60
64721 Release and/or relocation of hand nerve	23	21	$1285.00	$382.75
J1885 Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg	20	11	$3.00	$0.59
73070 X-ray of elbow, 2 views	18	11	$82.00	$25.55
20611 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance	16	14	$205.00	$87.05
20605 Aspiration and/or injection of medium joint or joint capsule	13	12	$170.00	$48.28
29826 Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope	12	12	$1120.00	$172.34

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207XS0106X

State License TX R0730

An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.

Orthopaedic Surgery

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207X00000X

State License OH 35085318

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 TX R0730

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Legacy Healthcare Services Inc

800 College Pkwy, Lewisville, TX 750773503

Phone: 9724208543

Texas Star Orthopedic Institute Llc

5228 W Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 750935005

Phone: 9722505700

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

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

39 Associated Practitioners

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Physician Assistant

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Physician Assistant (Certified)

Joshua Matthews , PA-C

Physician Assistant - Surgical

NPI 1033648753

Physician Assistant (Certified)

Amanda Muck , PA-C

Physician Assistant - Surgical

NPI 1043974637

Physician Assistant (Certified)

Kelly Woolley , PA-C

Physician Assistant - Medical

NPI 1063471175

Physician Assistant (Certified)

Dr. Jonathan Ringenberg , MD

Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine

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Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Career & Practice History Timeline

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

11 Historical Events

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NPI Profile Active January 19, 2018

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location January 19, 2018

Registered at 5228 W PLANO PKWY, PLANO, TX 750935005 (Tel: 9722505700)

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Updated Business Mailing Address January 19, 2018

Registered at 5228 W. PLANO PARKWAY, PLANO, TX 75093 (Tel: 9722505700)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated January 19, 2018

Recorded as MICHAEL HOWARD, M.D.

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) January 19, 2018

Orthopaedic Surgery (License #R0730 in TX)

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NPI Profile Active July 28, 2015

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location July 28, 2015

Registered at 10810 PARKSIDE DR, SUITE 209, KNOXVILLE, TN 379341979 (Tel: 8652513030)

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Updated Business Mailing Address July 28, 2015

Registered at 10810 PARKSIDE DR, SUITE 209, KNOXVILLE, TN 379341979 (Tel: 8652513030)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated July 28, 2015

Recorded as MICHAEL HOWARD, M.D.

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) July 28, 2015

Orthopaedic Surgery (License #35085318 in OH)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration March 17, 2007

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1568586550

Entity Type:

Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)

Enumeration Date: March 17, 2007

Last Update: January 19, 2018

Sole Proprietor: No

Update or Correct Profile

Mailing Address

5228 W. Plano Parkway

Plano, TX 75093

Phone: 9722505700

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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