Howard G Westbrook, MD
Howard G Westbrook is a Family Medicine specialist based in Wiggins, MS with over 33 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Howard G Westbrook, MD has been part of the Wiggins medical community since 2006 in group practice. A University of Mississippi School of Medicine graduate since 1993, he brings 33+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 26% of reporting doctors in Mississippi
- Uses generic medications more than 62% of reporting doctors in Mississippi
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1367dNPPES updated 2022-08-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1428 Azalea Dr S, Wiggins, MS 39577-8195
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.71%
Mississippi avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.4 pts)
2.71% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.3%
Mississippi avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MississippiHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
156
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
210
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,031
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $141k
Percentile rankings compared against 222 reporting peers in Mississippi.
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 Arthritis.
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$95 received from industry
5 transactions 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 Howard G Westbrook's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1993
University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 24, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
33 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Mississippi School of Medicine (Class of 1993)
Mailing address
Po Box 1810, Gulfport, MS 39502-1810
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Howard G Westbrook
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Howard G Westbrook for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Wiggins 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 Howard G Westbrook
Dr. Westbrook is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Wiggins, MS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (601) 928-9674.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Howard G Westbrook
Practice Location
1428 Azalea Dr S, Wiggins, MS 39577-8195
Mailing Address
Po Box 1810, Gulfport, MS 39502-1810
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