Dr. Richard M Howell
Hand Surgery in Holland, Michigan
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 37+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Richard M Howell, MD, is a Hand Surgery specialist in Holland, Michigan. He attended and graduated from Ohio State University College Of Medicine in 1987, having over 37 years of diverse experience, especially in Hand Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Holland Community Hospital, Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital. Dr. Richard M Howell also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Shoreline Orthopaedic And Sports Medicine Clinic, Plc. Dr. Richard M Howell accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (616) 396-5855 to request Dr. Richard M Howell the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Richard M Howell |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
1759369580 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Hand Surgery (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 37 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Richard M Howell attended and graduated from Ohio State University College Of Medicine in 1987.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1689662405
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, October 6, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, July 29, 2010
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Richard M Howell
Medical Licenses
Dr. Richard M Howell has been primarily specialized in Surgery of the Hand for over 37 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Surgery / Surgery of the Hand
click for detail Surgery of the Hand A surgeon with expertise 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.
| 4301082987 | Michigan |
- Orthopaedic Surgery / Sports Medicine
click for detail Sports Medicine 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.
| 4301082987 | Michigan |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Holland, Michigan | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Zeeland, Michigan | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Shoreline Orthopaedic And Sports Medicine Clinic, Plc
| Shoreline Orthopaedic And Sports Medicine Clinic, Plc | 17 |
Practice Locations
370 N 120th Ave
Holland, MI 49424-2196
Phone: (616) 396-5855
Fax: (616) 396-5720
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Thursday, July 29, 2010. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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