Adam Howard
Plastic Surgery Within the Head & Neck
Adam Howard is a Plastic Surgery Within the Head & Neck specialist based in Portland, OR with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Adam Howard specializes in otolaryngology, serving patients in Portland, OR in group practice. With 9+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Portland area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.83/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 64% of MIPS-scored doctors in Oregon
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1445dNPPES updated 2022-06-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oregon Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd, Portland, OR 97239-3011
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Oregon.
MIPS Score
202397.83/100
Oregon avg: 89.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.2 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in OregonHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better30.65%
Oregon avg: 7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+25.5 pts)
30.65% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
36
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
28
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
62
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,341 reporting peers in Oregon.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Anxiety Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$102 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Adam Howard's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 8, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
9 years in practice
Established
An otolaryngologist with additional training in plastic and reconstructive procedures within the head, face, neck and associated structures, including cutaneous head and neck oncology and reconstruction, management of maxillofacial trauma, soft tissue repair and neural surgery. The field is diverse and involves a wide age range of patients, from the newborn to the aged. While both cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries are practiced, there are many additional procedures which interface with them.
Taxonomy: 207YX0007X
Mailing address
3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd, Portland, OR 97239-3079
Differs from practice location
Virtual Plastic Surgery Within the Head & Neck Care With Adam Howard
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Adam Howard for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Portland required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adam Howard
Dr. Howard is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Portland, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (503) 494-8510.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Adam Howard
Practice Location
3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd, Portland, OR 97239-3011
Mailing Address
3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd, Portland, OR 97239-3079
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